Revenge is best served cold

Chapter 991

Gordon's face was neutral, without a hint of joy. He asked calmly, "What's Bea want you to do in Devonport?"

"She's hoping I'll take over Burke International for her grandson, to keep it out of outsiders' hands."

Elodie chuckled, her smile faintly echoing Sophie's. "Gordon, between Sophie and me, who do you stand with?"

Gordon's response was cool. "The fact that I invited you here should make that clear."

"You're so good to Sophie, it's almost... enough to make me a bit jealous."

Elodie's smile faded. "I need Burke International. I don't blame you for siding with Sophie, but I'm not backing down on this."

front of Gordon. "These should help with your

to leave Gordon's study. Rick, watching her go, voiced his concern, "Sir, Ms.

she wouldn't be Elodie," Gordon replied with a touch of indifference. "But Sophie's no

much of a chance

business talents,

Even though James had transferred all his shares to Sophie, the shareholders would likely try to reclaim them, fully aware of

to cunning and strategy,

says there's no chance?" Gordon glanced at Rick. "I am

shrewd,

resentment runs deep; whether in Devonport or Harbor City, she has no

by her, and she stands by no one. This is