From “Clingy” to Gone My Independence Was His Biggest Regret novel Chapter 49

Chapter 5

Chapter 5

Jeaned back in my chair, casually resting my hand on the armrest.

almly studying everyone in front of me.

How many of you here took money from the Montgomerys? Think you can actually take me down?

he project director was the first to speak up.

Ms. Sterling, today’s bullshit is obviously a setup! If anyone tries to force you out, the entire project department walks.”

Ils voice was firm as steel, meeting the opposing side’s gaze head–on.

lis words hit the stagnant air like a stone thrown into still water, instantly breaking the tension

R&D supports Ms. Sterling!”

Finance supports Ms. Sterling!”

Administration only takes orders from Ms. Sterling!”

everal more departments decisively moved to the project team’s side.

he long conference table now had a clear divide.

he three people on the other side looked increasingly uncomfortable.

1st then, Alexander arrived.

chind him followed several men in expensive suits.

learly here to help him take over Sterling Corporation.

leanor, why make such a scene? Just sign the papers, everyone saves face, and it’s better for the company too.”

s he spoke, Chloe immediately stepped forward, pushing a document across the table toward me.

glanced down at it.

n such a rush? You think just anyone can captain this ship?”

he smile faded from Alexander’s face, his voice turning cold and harsh.

leanor Sterling, don’t be ungrateful! Given the current situation, do you really have a choice? Sign it–it’s for your own good, and for the company’s good!”

or my own good?”

laughed like I’d heard the most ridiculous joke in the world.

Are you done with all your little tricks. Mr. Montgomery? Because now it’s my turn.”

velyn projected the prepared materials onto the screen.

detailed bank transfer screenshot.

wo million dollars wired from a private account to Alexander’s overseas account.

lext came several WeChat chat screenshots.

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Chapter S

ender: Alexander Montgomery. Receiver: Chloe Laurent.

[Money received? Did you arrange the reporters? Make it quick, it has to look real.]

[Don’t worry babe, got the most professional crew. Just make your suicide act convincing and the netizens will definitely side with you. Then we can force her > cave anytime.]

【Good. Send me photos of the hospital rooftop setup. Find the right angle, make sure to get Sterling Corp in the shot.]

hen Evelyn played the recording.

..I can get a depression diagnosis certificate, proving my previous behavior was just from too much stress and out of my control… then everything gets esolved… nobody loses, everybody wins… 600 million, that’s my bottom line, take it or leave it.”

he last traces of smugness completely froze on Alexander’s face.

e instinctively took a step back.

he three men behind him looked even more horrified.

inally, a message screenshot between Alexander and his cousin:

Cousin, make sure to keep those wavering board members in line. Once Eleanor signs the resignation letter and fucks off, you immediately take over the isiness department. I’ll send you all the core project files within three days.]

n even deeper silence engulfed the entire room.

his… this is impossible!”

lexander finally found his voice.

his is all fabricated!”

le conference room door was knocked again.

vo people in federal court uniforms walked in.

ne stepped forward.

1. ir. Alexander Montgomery? This is a court summons from Eleanor Sterling regarding illegal appropriation charges. Please sign for it.”

le paper was so hot Alexander jerked his hand back.

e stared at the summons thrust in front of him, then at the damning evidence on the screen.

nally, his scattered gaze focused on my face.

looked at the assistant in the back row who had been livestreaming the whole time.

smiled.

‘eople who screw over true love should get what’s coming to them. Wanna pick your first taste?”

Holy shit? 600 million hush monoy AND company files stolen? WITT”

Omg? Thought she was controlling now I’m eating my words lol”

Wow… heart black as hell. Suicide stunt AND conspiring to destroy his fiancée’s biz? Money over morals.”

Court summons issued. Finally! Can’t wait to see this bitch & her side piece behind bars 7 Ms. Sterling – queen 7”

lexander stared at the livestream comments with deadly focus.

lis lips trembling, but no sound came out.

Chapter 3

The stage he’d carefully constructed had completely collapsed in this moment.

Burying him alive.

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