Divorced CEO's Forgotten Wife Strikes Back (Riley and Bryce) novel Chapter 150

**TITLE: Dreams Refuse Gravity by Leo Arden Knox**
**Chapter 150: A Deal Collapses**

Wren’s urgency to finalize the deal was palpable, and it stemmed from a deep-seated need to regain control over the spiraling chaos around her.

**Lucky Draw**

Bryce’s voice cut through the tension in the room, heavy with discontent. “Riley, I understand that our marriage was nothing short of a disaster, and you have every right to feel personally aggrieved.”

“But let’s be clear here: Murphy Tech is not just me. It’s a living, breathing entity filled with employees who depend on its success. What do you think your former colleagues would say if they were aware of this?” His tone was defensive, a shield against the accusations he felt were unjustly hurled at him.

“What would they say?” Sebastian chimed in, his voice icy and piercing. “They’d probably conclude that their boss is so utterly incompetent that he’s systematically dismantling a once-thriving company.”

Bryce’s complexion drained of color, his confidence wavering under the weight of Sebastian’s words. “Mr. Torres, while I respect your position as head of the Torres family, that kind of insult is beneath you!”

“Insult?” Sebastian let out a derisive laugh, the sound echoing in the tense atmosphere. “I’m merely stating facts here. When did the truth become a personal affront?”

“Murphy Tech went public in just three years. I hardly think that makes me incompetent,” Bryce retorted, his voice rising in defiance.

“Are you sure it’s really your competence we’re discussing?” Sebastian’s smile was sharp, as if he knew something Bryce did not.

Bryce froze, caught off guard by the insinuation.

Riley, standing tall and unwavering, interjected with a steady tone that commanded attention. “Let’s face the reality. Murphy Tech can’t even assure the upgrade of its anti-jamming system. It requires an immediate capital injection from the Anderson Group just to maintain operations.”

“And if that upgrade fails? Who bears the loss?” She paused, allowing the gravity of her words to sink in. “Anderson Group would be the one left holding the bag. We wouldn’t just fail to cut labor costs or enhance efficiency; we’d be inviting significant delays. Furthermore…”

She hesitated for a brief moment, gathering her thoughts. “I’ve heard whispers that Murphy Tech is teetering on the brink of a cash flow crisis. That’s something the Anderson Group needs to consider.”

The executives from the Anderson Group exchanged incredulous glances, their expressions a mixture of disbelief and concern. Chris, his brow furrowed, inquired with a serious demeanor, “Is that true?”

“Just do a little digging, and you’ll uncover the truth,” Riley replied, her voice steady and unyielding.

“Riley, how dare you suggest that Murphy Tech is facing a cash flow crisis,” Bryce barked, his voice escalating in anger. “You can’t just slander us like that!”

“If you’re so flush with cash, then explain this—after our divorce, why did you only return the 1.53 million that came from my parents’ death benefits? Not a single cent more?” The memory of the divorce lingered like a bitter aftertaste; she knew Bryce had leveraged everything he owned to the bank, leaving him cash-strapped. The shares he clung to? They were worthless to him now.

Murphy Tech had become a hollow shell, devoid of its former glory.

Bryce’s face blushed a deep crimson, and the Anderson family members present exchanged shocked glances, their understanding of the divorce now tinged with new revelations.

They had all been aware of the tumultuous relationship between Riley and Bryce, but none had realized that the only “repayment” Bryce had made was that 1.53 million dollars—money that was essentially a compensation for her parents’ untimely deaths.

Several members of the Anderson family, who held Riley’s parents in high regard, shot disapproving glares at Bryce.

“Mr. Murphy,” Chris finally spoke up, his tone serious. “I believe it’s imperative we reassess whether forming a partnership with Murphy Tech aligns with the best interests of the Anderson Group.”

Bryce’s expression turned ashen, the weight of the situation pressing heavily upon him.

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