"If I get hurt, I'll definitely tell my mom, and she'll have your salary deducted!" Holly's voice echoed through the studio, her declaration carrying a blend of indignation and defiance. As her bodyguards advanced, they spoke up, addressing Ranita, "Miss Bowman, please release Miss Stuart."
The bodyguards recognized Ranita and were hesitant to escalate the situation, but with Amiya as their boss, they were ultimately responsible for Holly's security.
Ranita pushed aside Holly's hand and spoke firmly, "You saw it yourself; Holly attacked me first. I was merely defending myself. Holly, we live in a society governed by law, not one ruled by the number of allies one can muster. I kindly request you to leave with your people."
Rubbing her wrist with an air of annoyance, Holly sneered, "Leave? Ranita, there's something delightful I'd like to share with you today."
She extended her hand to a leather bag handed to her by someone nearby.
"Take a look at this!" She triumphantly tossed it onto the table. "I doubt you're entitled to take me out today!"
Ranita swiftly flipped through the documents in the bag, her emotions spiraling like a roller coaster hurtling into a deep descent.
Inside, she found not one but two stock transfer agreements. Ranita's initial disbelief gave way to the painful realization that not only Mia's shares but Carl's were included.
The sensation of betrayal washed over her, leaving her feeling like a dam that had burst, years of friendship swept away in an instant.
Holly, watching Ranita's reaction with satisfaction, asked condescendingly, "Did you see it clearly, Ranita? I am now the largest shareholder in your failing studio, and you have no authority to oust me!"
Indeed, Holly's combined ownership stake, now including Mia and Carl's, surpassed Ranita's. She had become the majority shareholder of the studio.
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