She Took The House The Car And My Heart

Chapter 936:

“Alan’s tired of managing the company.” Ethel didn’t hold back in the slightest and, with crisp finality, threw Alan under the bus. “He told Dad that starting this year, the company should be passed on to you. Dad and Grandpa are already on board, and Alan’s even floated the idea to the shareholders.”

Freya hadn’t seen that coming.

Alan chimed in, “I’ve been running it for you all these years. Isn’t it time you let me off the hook for a bit?”

“Not a chance.” Freya’s answer was firm, leaving no room for compromise.

Hugh agreeing wasn’t unexpected.

But Miguel… Hadn’t he always looked down on her, convinced she couldn’t do anything right? Why on earth would he be okay with handing Briggs Group over to her?

“Mina, please.” Alan’s tone was miles away from his usual sharp, businesslike demeanor in the office.

of it—but he

to live a little, to enjoy his wealth in

want to run the company yourself, just hire someone.” Freya offered the suggestion with calculated ease, setting a subtle trap. “Let

Alan shot her down

pride and joy—there was no way he’d let a

felt a quiet wave of emotion. He’d always been protective, generous, and endlessly thoughtful toward both

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Freya said decisively. She had already discussed Anita

to Briggs Group?”

conversation paused for now,

Alan’s gaze landed

boyfriend manage it?” His plan was clearly brewing. “If he doesn’t know something, I’ll teach him. I

knew Freya would speak on

second’s hesitation. “Ellis has his own family business to handle. Don’t even try to

I’ll manage it for him,” Alan said with unshakable confidence, clearly considering Ellis one of their own. “I swear I’ll run it like