The Bride Who Said No: Escaping the Shadows of Yesterday novel Chapter 20

"Ms. Dawson, these are just a bunch of trivial documents. I doubt they'll pique your interest. Why don't you head to the lounge and relax for a bit?" Galen offered with a strained smile.

The underlying message was clear. He preferred that Freya steer clear of any company matters.

Unfazed, Freya reached out her hand, demanding, "Let me have a look."

"This..."

Freya snapped, "Galen, are you under the impression that you're calling the shots in the Dawson Group now?"

Faced with Freya's assertiveness, Galen hurriedly replied, "How could I ever think that, Ms. Dawson? Of course, you're entitled to see anything you wish. It's just that I was worried you might find it confusing..."

Freya interrupted, "Never mind the lounge. Let's head to the CEO's office. And bring me all the documents that need signing."

"Ms. Dawson..."

Freya cut Galen off, her gaze shifting to Alison. "You're Alison, right? Fetch those for me, please. Galen, would you be so kind as to show me to the office?"

"Y-Yes, of course." Galen agreed verbally, but he was sweating bullets on the inside.

Galen wondered, ‘What in the world is Ms. Dawson doing here? If she unearthed any discrepancies in the accounts, I would be doomed!’

With a heavy heart, Galen led Freya to the CEO's office, previously her father's workspace, remembered for its modest and sophisticated decor.

However, under Johanna's direction, the office had become a caricature of its former self.

Noticing Galen's unease, Freya had a sly smile on her lips. She casually picked up a financial statement, only to be abruptly stopped by Galen. "Ms. Dawson!"

"Hm?" Freya looked up, feigning confusion. "Is there something you forgot to mention, Galen?"

"I-I was just worried you might not understand the financial details, so I thought I'd explain them." Galen looked visibly nervous, his voice trembling as he spoke.

On the other hand, Alison couldn't help but smirk at the situation. Galen and Johanna’s corrupt dealings were an open secret within the company. However, no one dared to speak up out of respect for Johanna's status as Mrs. Dawson.

Alison had taken a risk in delivering these documents to Freya, hoping she was there to take control of the Dawson Group. It was high time someone rooted out the parasites like Galen from the company.

"No need. I'll have a quick look," Freya said, dismissing his offer.