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

verbally, but he was sweating bullets

is Ms. Dawson doing here? If she unearthed

to the CEO's office, previously her father's workspace, remembered for its modest

had become a caricature

expensive cigars, and a lavish wine cabinet. There was even a display case

Leland began managing the company, even the office had lost its

and Mr. Dawson aren't

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 down

Alison placed the recent documents

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