The CEO's Empathy Pregnancy Pains

Chapter 499 The So-called Authority

"Authority isn't just about words, Mrs. Smith. Even though you're the CEO's mom, your shares were redistributed ages ago. We want to trust you, but we can't follow your lead anymore. You know you don't have that authority now, right?" another shareholder chimed in.

Since the daughter of the mineral water company's boss had spoken up, they felt more confident.

This world was all about survival of the fittest, and the strong rule.

"Mrs. Smith, it's nothing personal. We're just looking out for the company's best interests."

"You can see for yourself that Ms. Veda Smith can't handle the company's current issues. We need Mr. Michael Smith back ASAP, or the company's future is at risk. We don't want to see Smith Corporation go under!"

Hearing this, Veda clenched her fists. 'Why is everyone suddenly talking about Smith Corporation going under?'

The arrogance she usually showed in front of her family was nowhere to be seen in front of the shareholders.

Suddenly, a familiar voice echoed from the doorway.

"Ladies and gentlemen, the foundation of Smith Corporation isn't so easily shaken."

Everyone turned to see Emily, with her pregnant belly, walking steadily into the conference room. Her expression was calm, her gaze sharp.

Two people followed behind her-Patrick and Candice.

Many recognized the heirs of the Wright family and the Gonzalez family, so they all straightened up and became serious.

Veda and Scarlett looked even more bewildered.

didn't know Patrick and Candice. She thought they were just ordinary

out! What are

It was Scarlett again.

her angry face, her thoughts flashed back to the past, before she

was seriously ill, so Emily poured all her love as a

that her repeated tolerance and concessions would only lead

what happened with Michael last

to the center of the conference table,

and gentlemen, let me introduce

you out of your mind? You're an outsider, and you think

stepped forward to protect Emily. He was there to

and how Michael had drunk so much

much they had each sacrificed for the other, so he was determined to help in Michael's time

knew none

was just another lover Emily had seduced. Her face darkened with anger, and she pointed a finger at

you? Was it her body or money?" Scarlett's words were so sharp and cutting that they left no room for defense. "Mrs. Smith, how can you say that? I'm Michael's friend!" Patrick was

down. "With all of Emily's tricks, even Michael's friends have ended up in jail because of her!" "Mom!" Veda couldn't take

Scarlett, Scarlett shook off

Smith Corporation has nothing to do with you. Stop trying to

advantage of the

was calm,

plummeting. What advantage could I possibly take? Mrs. Smith, calling you that is proof

situation. This has nothing to do with