Single Mother of a Werewolf Baby

Chapter 172

Chapter 172: Anastasiya Returns to Russia

William sat limply on the stage floor, staring at Eleanor. His eyes were vacant, like a man who had lost his entire world. Deep inside, he knew... it was over. Everything had been lost.

What Eleanor handed him was a paternity test result. There was no name printed on it, but he understood perfectly what Eleanor meant.

No one knew better than William what he had done in the past. He just couldn’t understand what had gone wrong now. After Esmeralda’s death, he had successfully fooled everyone and seized all her properties. Over the years, he had grown used to the illusion that everything belonged to him. It had never crossed his mind that one day, his carefully built empire would collapse in front of his eyes.

Now, realising that he had been utterly defeated, Eleanor gave a discreet signal to Laila to manage the situation.

Laila acted immediately. She walked to William, and with the help of two guards, escorted him backstage. William, still in shock, didn’t even think of resisting.

While this was happening, the attention of the room was focused entirely on their new CEO, Francesca Walters. No one noticed what was going on with William. After all, shareholders only cared about one thing... profit. Now that a prominent figure had taken over their company, all they could think about was how much money they might earn in the coming year.

Amidst the cheers and applause, Francesca concluded her speech and stepped down. She walked directly to Walter Langford, Earl of Birmingham, and bowed respectfully.

After all, it was their first meeting. Until now, she had only communicated with Eleanor.

Julian stepped up to the microphone and addressed the crowd.

"His Lordship, ladies and gentlemen... on behalf of the company, we kindly request everyone present today to keep what transpired in this meeting confidential. We don’t want word of our management changes reaching our competitors. The later they find out, the better. We trust in your cooperation."

He paused for a moment before continuing.

"His Lordship has another engagement, so he will take his leave shortly. To mark the joyous occasion of His Lordship’s visit, we’ve arranged a luncheon for everyone present. Please bear with us while preparations are completed."

At that, Walter and Eleanor stood and began walking towards the exit. The guards, already on high alert, moved in formation. Laila followed close behind. All directors and major shareholders... including Francesca... trailed them out of the conference room.

Once everyone had exited, the guards left as well, closing the doors behind them.

flurry of chatter. The atmosphere had transformed. A sense of optimism filled the room. Everyone could feel it... better days

***

waiting. It was flanked by

Eleanor and Walter as they entered the car. The vehicle moved off

turned to Elliot Grant. "I never imagined little Eleanor would turn out to be such a fine lady. She resembles her mother far too

sighed. "Every time I look at her, I miss Esmeralda

a room full of shareholders. And William is still in the

Patel asked, "What did they

him to

thirty years.

Eleanor requested

deal with the shareholders. You can handle William however you see

paused, then added, "Also... I’d like to begin

need anything, come to me. As long as I

the group turned back

***

and its many snow-white peaks, a black castle stood, exuding an ancient aura. It was located in such a perfect position that, unless one already knew of its existence, it would never be found. Its meticulous design blended so

others, he didn’t use a study for work. He

across the paper. His face was too perfect for this age... flawless and cold. He wore a silk-black

Ivanov of the Greater Caucasus, caretaker of Eastern

The only sound was the distant hum of wind brushing against trees and mountains, occasionally carrying the cry of

young, graceful Anastasiya Ivanova stepped in. She didn’t wait for permission like the other clan members did. Normally, she upheld every rule of her family... but

"Grandpa, you tricked me."

entering the room. Her voice trembled with

door. His glacial blue eyes, almost metallic, shone with the

"I didn’t do anything. You’re accusing your poor grandpa out

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