Tempted Trapped and Too Late to Run

Chapter 359

After leaving the hospital, Clara glanced up at the gloomy sky, feeling like a heavy weight had settled on her heart. She drove over to the Bradford Group, where a few top execs who had always supported her quickly gathered around.

"Ms. Clara, did you find the CEO?" one of them asked.

Clara sank into the CEO's chair, rubbing her temples tiredly. Just then, Cole walked in unexpectedly. "Weren't you supposed to be with your family?" she asked, surprised.

"After your call, I couldn't shake the feeling that something was off. Is everything okay?" he replied.

for the others to leave, keeping Cole behind. He'd been with Johnny for years

was stirring up trouble, and once the topic hit number one, Ryan's story would

Clara knew she only had one choice. She caught Cole's eye, and he

you're the only one who can step in as CEO and put these rumors to rest,"

her with suspicion, convinced she was after the Bradford family's wealth. Naomi hadn't been kind to Clara, but she was fiercely loyal to Johnny and their son, Ryan. The empire

a deep breath, she firmed up her resolve. "Let's go ahead with it. Issue a public statement, admit our mistakes, and explain that Ryan was manipulated. He's