When Her "Death" Couldn't Break Him (Cecilia and Nathaniel)

Chapter 1692 A Fight For The Company

Cassandra, what's the matter?" Queenie's tone was cal, though she already knew the reason for the call.

Cassandra tried to sound composed. "Mom, why did you bring Cecilia into the company and let her take over all the business affairs?"

"I didn't think I needed to explain," Queenie replied bluntly, "Ceci will take over the company in the future. You should support her."

A chill ran through Cassandra at her mother's words.

She opened her mouth to argue, but Ralph subtly motioned for her to restrain herself. Taking a deep breath, she softened her tone. "I understand, Mom. Cecilia is your biological daughter, and it's natural for you to pass the company to her. But she's inexperience. Putting her in charge now might cause resentment among the staff."

"She's here to learn," Queenie replied sharply. "I've already spoken with the team, and no one will dare go against her. Unless... are you the one who's not happy with my decision?"

Caught off guard, Cassandra stammered, "O-Of course not."

health has been worsening. From now on, I'm counting on you

Don't disappoint me."

waiting for a reply, Queenie ended the call. She set her phone down, sorrow filling

other end, Cassandra was trembling with anger, her teeth clenched. She lowered her voice, her words laced with venom. "That old hag is unbelievable. Now that she has her own daughter, she's completely cast me aside. And she expects me to help Cecilia? She must be out of her mind! Why won't

he spoke calmly. "Cassandra, you need to stay composed. Queenie's time is running out. And Cecilia? She's new to all of this. She doesn't know anything about how

head. "No, that won't work. Queenie's too shrewd-she's probably already tampered with her will. The only way to ensure my

hardened, a fierce determination gleaming

she said firmly, "you have to help me this time. I have to

nod. "All

let out a slow breath, her rage momentarily tempered. Putting on a composed façade, she accompanied

officially took charge,

is actually

adopted daughter is just that-adopted. You never really know where their loyalties

goodness Cassandra didn't get the position.