“What?” Tiffany jumped in shock. Her eyes widened as she stared at me dazedly for a while before she tried to calm down. “That won’t do. Gregory and Ashton are both part of the Hall family.”
She didn’t forget to yell at the other employees in the office. “What are you staring at? Scram!”
Tiffany was usually snobbish, so the others tried to avoid her at all costs. After hearing about the president’s resignation, they were so terrified and immediately scattered away lest they landed in hot water.
Soon, Ashton and Tiffany, and I were left alone in the office.
Tiffany seemed to have calmed down. She held the armrest and sat down again. Forcing a smile, she uttered, “I mean, Dad won’t agree to that. I can’t call the shots for this is too important. But I’m on your side. You should try to convince Dad. Before he agrees, I’ll take good care of the company.”
She had made it clear that it was impossible for Ashton to resign. However, she was more than happy to comply if she were to take over his position temporarily.
What were Nathaniel and Tiffany up to?
John had already leaked the news last night. In response, Nathaniel didn’t even show up while Tiffany seemed queasy at the thought of taking over the company.
It was as if the family’s fortune was a hot potato which no one wanted.
I thought only Nathaniel acted that way, but even Tiffany’s response suggested the same. Looks like she was harboring some secrets as well.
The only way to find out why Tiffany was willing to take over the position temporarily without bothering about her own principles was to go along with her.
I thought Ashton would be giving the final confirmation, but when I gazed at him, he was leaning back with his eyes closed.
Furious, I poked him with my arm.
Ashton opened his eyes slowly and stared at me innocently. “What is it?”
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