Katelyn offered a slight smile and said, “Mr. Norris, have you come to discuss the ownership stakes of the Wheeler Group?”
She was not surprised that they had chosen this time to make their move. This was, after all, their goal.
Liam responded with a relaxed smile, “Indeed, considering we now control 65% of the Wheeler Group’s shares, I believe it’s our right to do so.”
Katelyn, composed as ever, gave a slight nod.
“That seems fair. I’m agreeable to that.”
Liam paused, taken aback by her prompt agreement. He studied the woman in front of him, sensing that her swift agreement felt almost unbelievable. Or was there another plan that she had in mind?
He kept his gentle smile in place as he looked at Katelyn.
“Ms. Bailey, your direct approach is refreshing. Let’s finalize the transfer today then.”
Once Katelyn stepped down as CEO of Wheeler Group, she would no longer have control over the company. His long-term efforts were close to fruition.
Yet, Katelyn remained composed, her smile unfaltering as she looked at Liam and said, “That might be possible, but shouldn’t the person you really represent come forward first?”
Liam felt a surge of shock internally. How had she guessed he was actually working for someone else?
The Esterlyn Consortium was strictly a financial entity and typically had no interest in taking over companies, especially those requiring substantial investment and effort. They wouldn’t have engaged in this venture without a lucrative proposal from a certain individual.
Nevertheless, Liam kept his composure, offering a calm smile while masking any signs of surprise.
“Ms. Bailey, you must be jesting. Our Esterlyn Consortium doesn’t answer to anyone. With our strength, no one can buy us.”
Katelyn responded with a knowing nod and a soft chuckle. She chose to remain silent. Just then, her phone vibrated with a new message. It was from Jaxen, saying, “Developments are unfolding here.”
Katelyn read the message briefly before placing her phone face down on the table, maintaining her light smile.
Lаττ ch?ρτ?rs ιn glov?ls.
“Your consortium may be powerful, Liam, but that doesn’t mean you can’t be employed.”
Liam scrutinized Katelyn, trying to gauge her, but his face remained impassive.
“Ms. Bailey, these speculations are irrelevant. You need to step down as CEO of the Wheeler Group, or we will pursue legal measures.”
He was not interested in prolonging a pointless discussion. The control of the Wheeler Group had to change hands.
Katelyn faced Liam, her tone even as she said, “Why the urgency, Mr. Norris? What’s meant for you will come; what’s not meant for you, won’t.”
There was a deeper meaning behind her words. They had not met before, yet her words seemed to carry a caution. She might be more complex than she seemed. Was there a potential complication with the takeover?
Liam was momentarily puzzled but reassured himself by remembering their 65% shares. Because of that alone, Katelyn was forced to relinquish her position as CEO of the Wheeler Group.
With this thought, Liam felt a bit more relaxed. He leaned back in his chair, his posture now more casual, and said, “So, Ms. Bailey, when do you intend to hand over the position? Surely, you don’t plan to keep us waiting here indefinitely. If word spreads, it may not look good for your reputation.”
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