My Ex-husband Begs Me Back (Ayan and Camille) novel Chapter 1009

Chapter 1009: Backing

Brody's words hung heavily in the room, casting a tense and serious atmosphere. Everyone exchanged glances, all instinctively turning their eyes to Horace. It was clear to everyone who Brody was referring to.

However, apart from Brody and Horace, the others present were merely high-ranking employees with no substantial shares. They didn't dare to speak out, as they were essentially employees.

Under Horace's leadership, Armstrong Corp had shown steady improvements. The company was clearly on the right track, and this was evident to the internal employees, especially the executives. Unlike in the past under Brody's management, many things had been superficial, done only for appearances, while the reality was far from ideal, as evidenced by the recent Elijah incident.

Thus, the room fell into contemplative silence, with no one offering a response to Brody's words.

Seeing the lack of response, Brody continued, "Mr. Burris, even if Camille's signature is on the document, how can we be sure it's really her signature? How can we prove it's her signature without her admitting it? I won't accept it unless Camille herself confirms it."

Brody was adamant, leaving Horace with no choice but to dial Camille's number. Despite having other means to resolve the situation without bothering Camille, he wanted Brody to be convinced without any doubts.

When the call connected, it was Brody who spoke first, almost snatching the phone from Horace's hand. He questioned Camille sharply, "Camille, are you sure you want to transfer your shares to Horace? Tell me, this isn't the truth, and it's not voluntary, is it?"

Camille was currently at the Simpson's mansion, accompanying the old Simpson. Upon hearing Brody's voice, she immediately understood the situation. She glanced at the old Simpson and nodded subtly before leaving the old Simpson's bedroom. She calmly responded, "Yes, it's voluntary."

Camille's reply further infuriated Brody. He didn't care if the timing was appropriate or not. His face turned red with anger as he pressed, "Do you know what you're doing? I asked you to transfer the shares to me earlier, and you said you wanted to obey Grandpa's wishes. Now, what are you doing? Do you realize that your actions are harming the Armstrong family?"

Brody was seething with anger, but Camille remained composed. Her tone was still calm as she replied, "Obeying Grandpa's wishes was correct, but now I believe that Armstrong Corp is better managed by only one person. Besides, my partnership with Mr. Burris is just that-a partnership. I can have my shares back whenever I want. I have no interest in running the company. The current arrangement suits me fine. It requires no effort on my part, and I still get dividends. Why not take advantage of that?"

Brody slammed his hand on the table in frustration and said, "Camille, are you deliberately opposing me?"

Camille remained composed and replied, "I'm not opposing anyone. I'm simply following my inner decision to transfer my shares to Mr. Burris. This doesn't affect your interests, does it?"

Brody wanted to say more, but he held back. After all, Horace and other high-ranking officials were present, and he didn't want to tarnish his image in front of everyone. His frustration was evident, but he didn't voice his full thoughts regarding Horace.

Brody lowered his voice, his words dripping with intensity, "What you're doing is destroying the Armstrong family, Camille. Let me make it clear to you, as long as you carry the name Armstrong, you're still a part of the Armstrong family. Even if the Simpson family supports you, you must adhere to the Armstrong family's rules. I insist you come back immediately." His brows furrowed, as if he had just realized something important, and he added, "We need to have a serious conversation about this."

Camille, without hesitation, declined, "There's no need to return to the Armstrong family. I don't think there's anything left for us to discuss, especially at a time when I don't want to be a sacrificial lamb for the Armstrong family. If there's nothing else, let's leave it at this."

With that, Camille hung up the phone, giving Brody no opportunity to speak further. Brody was left fuming, and he felt like throwing his phone out the window.

Brody clutched his phone tightly, his face displaying deep frustration. After nearly half a minute, he tossed the phone onto the table in front of him. His sharp eyes remained fixed, unblinking. Horace, sitting nearby, calmly inquired, "Mr. Armstrong, now that the call has been made, and we've heard her opinion, can we continue?"

"This matter isn't over. I won't sign, and I won't hand over the company seal. I'll talk to Camille first, and then we'll see!"

Brody spoke as he rose from his seat, intent on leaving. Horace's voice rang out, "Mr. Armstrong, does this mean you intend to violate the rules?"