A Graduation Gift novel Chapter 32

"They carried out all the work under my approval. I'm the one responsible. Mr. Luo. If you're going to fire everyone involved in this case, am I included?"

Lionel probed provocatively as he sat up with his two hands on the conference table. His gloomy eyes stared coldly at Rufus, who was occupying the center seat.

With an insignificant smile on his face, Rufus raised his head slowly and tapped the table with his index finger.

"The company had lost a large amount of money because of this case. They screwed it up. The solution they've provided was ineffective and only worsened the situation. I didn't know that the staff at such a big company like Tang Group could be so incompetent!" Rufus emphasized, creating an apprehensive atmosphere in the room. "However, it was not just about competence. Worst still, there are people attempting to take advantage of preferential treatments and fill their own pockets with the company's money,"

Rufus added gravely without giving much attention to Lionel. His voice was low but stern and steady. He intended to present his ideas logically. Thus, everyone present could clearly understand his point and no one dared to say anything to oppose him.

Discerning Rufus' words, Lionel's face grew darker. Lionel narrowed his eyes at the few staff members, who had just been fired. They lowered their heads to avoid the furious eyes of their superior.

Until then Lionel realized that these people had been feathering their own nests. It infuriated him to think that he had no idea of what they had done. Realizing that he was somewhat in the wrong, Lionel sat down silently with a baffled expression.

"So I guess we should call it a day. That's all for today's meeting. As for you guys, what you have done has violated the laws. The legal department will decide what to do with you. I hope that everyone in the company could learn a lesson from them. Anyone who will dare to make the same mistakes in the future will be punished severely,"

Rufus emphasized, with a demanding voice. He wore a light smile on his face and his brown eyes looked less drained. His aura bore an air of authority, which no one dared to challenge.

It was like beating the dog before the lion. Lionel, as the vice president of Tang Group could say nothing to argue with Rufus.

Casting a resentful glance at Rufus, Lionel stood up and took the lead in leaving the meeting room.

He knew that Rufus was trying to use this incident as a pretext to crack down on him. But he was not a man that could be easily defeated.

Then everybody left the room in succession. Rufus sat still in his seat. Cassandra, on the other hand, slowly gathered the papers on the table while stealing glances at Rufus.

After a moment, there were only two of them left in the room.

"Do you have something to tell me?" Rufus asked smilingly as he walked towards her with his eyes fixed on her charming face.

Instinctively Cassandra lifted her head and her eyes met Rufus ever alluring eyes. Feeling her heart throbbed faster, she quickly lowered her head and asked, "Are...are you all right?"

Those simple worlds betrayed the abundance of her heart.

Undoubtedly, she was showing concern for Rufus.

He had been gone for several days and returned suddenly without any traces of mourning. Cassandra had learned from Horace that Rufus's mother passed away several days ago. He was supposed to be in the hollows of losing his mother, but he acted as if nothing had happened.

"What do you mean? You think I shouldn't fire those staffs?"

Rufus inquired as he tidied his sleeves and pulled her closer so that she could face him.

Cassandra jerked at his touch and shivers were running down her spine. Rufus misunderstood her. However, she was in no mood to explain herself. She quickly took her papers.

"Nevermind, I'm going back to work."

With that, Cassandra turned towards the door and hurried herself out before Rufus reached to her again. He stopped and looked at her, gently putting his hands in his pockets.

The smile on his lips vanished as Cassandra walked out of his sight. The friendly expression on his face turned into rage and vehement. In his thoughts, the war between Lionel and him had just begun.

"Wow! He is so handsome and so cool!"

Stella bursted out. She was openly expressing her admiration for Rufus at Cassandra's office. Cassandra on the contrary just smiled and shook her head at the careless girl.

"Isn't he, Cassandra? Such a man like Mr. Luo is really attractive! Did you see Lionel's poker face! I've never seen him so frustrated. Ha-ha..."

Stella chuckled excitedly, cradling her head in her hands and recalled what had happened at the meeting.