Mr. Villain's Lovely Wife

Chapter 115

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Cecil stood and adjusted her blazer, addressing the room calmly “As I was saying, this conduct is something the Asian market wouldn’t tolerate. Monica may be a mistress, but she’s also a mother. You did not just harm her–you ended her child’s life. I strongly suggest that Miss Rossi not only relinquish control of the Macau project but also be placed on suspension while we conduct a full investigation.”

Murmurs broke out around the table. Mr. Lund immediately raised his hand, silencing the room. He turned his sharp gaze on Cecil. “Mrs. Weiss, those are serious allegations. Do you have any evidence to substantiate them?”

“We have Monica’s account of the incident,” Cecil said, straightening, clearly prepared. “As well as the fact that all cameras near the scene malfunctioned at the time. That is highly suspicious, wouldn’t you agree?”

“Suspicious, yes,” Jørgen agreed. “But circumstantial at best. We need more than speculation to justify suspending a key executive.”

“Mrs. Weiss, with all due respect… I believe you are dragging the entire company down just because you are a bit emotional,” Izzy interjected. Her calm demeanor only made Madam Weiss more irritated. Cecil didn’t know where Izzy got her confidence from, but she was sure as hell Izzy wouldn’t be walking with that same confidence out of this room. “I understand that losing a grandchild can make one emotional, but Madam Weiss, this is a multimillion–dollar project. How about we use logic instead of letting our anger rule our minds?”

Before Cecil could respond, Mr. Nielsen nodded in agreement. “Macau’s investors would want solid evidence if we’re to take drastic action like removing Miss Rossi from the project. Without it, this looks like internal politics.”

“Thank you, Mr. Nielsen,” Izzy said. “As you’ve pointed out, this is purely a personal matter, with no credible evidence to support the accusations. Monica’s story is just that–a story. And let’s not forget, my professional record is spotless. I have never cheated investors, mishandled a project, or acted with questionable behavior. My performance speaks for itself.”

Several board members exchanged glances, murmuring their agreement. One of them, a younger member named Eric Dalton, leaned forward. “Miss Rossi raises a good point. This is hearsay. Without concrete evidence, it sets a dangerous precedent if we act on rumors alone.”

Cecil’s face tightened. “Are you implying Monica is lying? The woman just lost her child. Why would she lie about something like this?”

Izzy met her gaze head–on. “I’m implying that personal grievances have no place in a boardroom discussion. If you want to pursue this further, Mrs. Weiss, I suggest you take it through proper legal channels. Until then, I ask the board to focus on business.”

Cecil’s face turned even uglier. “This meeting was called to address this issue, Miss Rossi. Just like most people here, I, too, own shares in the company.

one is telling you to close your mouth, Madam Weiss. I am simply telling you to focus on the facts,” Izzy answered.

his wife. “Obviously,

to suspend Miss Rossi at this time. Let’s move forward and hear her report on the project status and the

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she noticed the growing support for Izzy around the table. Izzy allowed herself a small, triumphant smile as she pulled out her tablet and began preparing

the screen is progressing on schedule, with our

front of profits? Her strategy

In fact, she was waiting for them to give her a good show today.

middle of presenting a financial breakdown when low murmurs suddenly erupted across the boardroom. Frowning, she paused and glanced around. Several board members were glancing at their phones or whispering to

asked,

respond, Anna quickly approached her from the doorway. She leaned in, handing her phone

screen. Her eyes narrowed as she read the headline:

in Jealous

to make the connection obvious. It spoke of a high–profile executive embroiled in scandal after allegedly orchestrating an accident to harm a mistress and

The timing was no coincidence. But… Izzy smiled

best

room. Miss Rossi, I assume you’ve seen the

giving Anna’s phone back. “Yes. I can assure you all this is nothing more than sensationalist gossip. Whoever fed this story

her arms. “Gossip? It seems rather detailed for mere gossip, doesn’t

board is well aware that credible news outlets don’t publish without verified sources. This is