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.

thought they were just ordinary people Emily had

What

It was Scarlett again.

Emily saw her angry face, her thoughts flashed

had always treated Scarlett as her own mother. During that time, Isabella was seriously ill, so Emily poured

imagined that her repeated tolerance and concessions would

today to explain what happened with Michael last night.

the conference table, her gaze

gentlemen, let me introduce

out of your mind?

He was there to back up Michael's ex- wife for Michael's

much Emily had done for Michael, and how Michael had

each sacrificed for the other, so he

knew

step forward to help, she thought he was just another lover Emily had seduced. Her face darkened with anger, and she pointed a

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 indignant. Even though she was

her tirade, not backing down. "With all of Emily's tricks, even Michael's friends have ended up in jail because of her!"

she tried to stop Scarlett, Scarlett shook off her restraint and turned to

you and Michael are divorced. I hope you remember that. Smith Corporation has nothing to do with you. Stop trying to take advantage of the Smith

of the Smith

but laugh coldly. Her expression was calm, almost indifferent, but her tone

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

situation. This has nothing to do with Michael. We've