Revenge With My Undercover Cop Hubby

Chapter 318

Zev leaned back in his chair, his expression unreadable as he surveyed the room.

External threats mattered, but the most pressing issue was the turmoil within.

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"Mr. Zion, we can't afford to let the Brooks pull out their investment! If our financial chain collapses, Lockhart Group will take a massive hit. Besides, several major projects in Westville and Hopeville depend on their funding!"

"Yeah, the Brooks are essential to Lockhart Group's stability!"

If the Brooks withdrew, everyone's interests would suffer.

"I heard that Thea attempted suicide recently because of your wife. Did she upset the Brooks? You need to handle this immediately and have her apologize."

"Yes! If she doesn't, things will only get worse!"

Clarissa's allies deliberately stoked the flames, heightening the tension.

Clarissa shot a smug glance at Zev before provocatively looking at Ken. If the Brooks withdrew, not even Ken could save Zev.

Ken's expression darkened, and his fists were clenched. He knew Zev would never force Kelly to apologize.

Just then, the secretary broke the tension from outside. "Mr. Zion, your wife is here ..."

Clarissa's smirk vanished as Kelly appeared at the door. "It's inappropriate. This is the Lockhart Group, not the Lockhart Mansion. Meetings are for executives, not outsiders."

chimed in, fanning the flames. "Mr. Zion, we're in the middle of a meeting. Your wife doesn't work here-should she be

in the morning and was

toward her in a silent show of

wouldn't have come without a reason, especially not during an

everything alright?" she

it under control," Zev

time! The Brooks' matter hasn't

supporters quickly accused Zev and Kelly of disrupting

drove her to attempt suicide,

striking, a testament to her experience

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disaster, are you? Since you admit to causing this crisis for the Lockhart Groups,

it

You can't let your matters drag the

Clarissa he added, "Ms. Lynch, you seem a tinle too eager to stir up chaos when the company needs unity

frustration, "That's right. At such a crucial time, instead

gaze turned icy as the tension in the room

she said with a smirk.

time before looking toward the door. "Since everyone's so concerned about the Brooks pulling out, why not let Mr. Brooks

the Brooks, pushed his beloved sister to attempt suicide, and

mocking Kelly, waiting to see how she'd get herself out of

then, a soft knock came from the door. The secretary peeked in nervously

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