The Bride Who Said No: Escaping the Shadows of Yesterday

Chapter 20

"Ms. Dawson, these are just a bunch of trivial documents. I doubt they'll pique your interest. Why don't you head to the lounge and relax for a bit?" Galen offered with a strained smile.

The underlying message was clear. He preferred that Freya steer clear of any company matters.

Unfazed, Freya reached out her hand, demanding, "Let me have a look."

"This..."

Freya snapped, "Galen, are you under the impression that you're calling the shots in the Dawson Group now?"

Faced with Freya's assertiveness, Galen hurriedly replied, "How could I ever think that, Ms. Dawson? Of course, you're entitled to see anything you wish. It's just that I was worried you might find it confusing..." Freya interrupted, "Never mind the lounge. Let's head to the CEO's office. And bring me all the documents that need signing."

"Ms. Dawson..."

right? Fetch those for me, please. Galen, would

agreed verbally, but he

Dawson doing here? If she unearthed any discrepancies

office, previously her father's workspace, remembered for its

Johanna's direction, the office had become a caricature of

lavish wine cabinet. There was

Leland began managing the company, even the office had lost

Dawson, here's the thing. Mrs. Dawson and Mr. Dawson aren't here yet. Perhaps

the right to lead the Dawson Group is mine. Johanna said she wanted to run the company, so I let her take over for some time. But from what I see, the management is less than stellar." Galen felt a chill run

recent documents requiring Freya's signature on

anxiety peaked as the documents on top were the company's latest financial statements. A cold sweat broke out over him. If Freya discovered the millions he and Johanna had siphoned from the company, he'd be behind bars in no time! Noticing Galen's unease, Freya had a sly smile on her lips. She casually picked up a financial statement, only to be abruptly stopped