Liam’s statement carried a veiled threat.

The other shareholders glanced at Katelyn, their anxiety palpable. At this juncture, they were less concerned about who held the presidency of Wheeler Group, as long as their own interests remained secure. The thought lingered: what if disputes between Katelyn and Liam led to Liam, once in power, retaliating against them? Such outcomes were not beyond the realm of possibility.

One shareholder, a stout man with black-rimmed glasses and noticeable blackheads, said urgently, “Ms. Bailey, please give up the position. Persisting serves no purpose.”

Encouraged by his colleague’s outspokenness, another shareholder added, “Exactly, Edie’s right. Let’s conclude this swiftly. Moreover, considering your ties with Mr. Adams, any public scandal would be quite embarrassing for him.”

Katelyn cast a stern glance at the two shareholders. If her memory served her right, during the first few days after she took over Wheeler Group, they had flattered her, greeting her with smiles. They had even praised her as young and promising, claiming she would lead Wheeler Group to greater success. However, in only a short time, their attitudes had shifted entirely.

Caught in their hypocrisy, they nervously adjusted their glasses.

At that moment, Cassie entered with a stack of documents and respectfully placed them in front of Liam.

“Mr. Norris, here are the documents you requested,” she said.

Katelyn’s gaze hardened, slicing through Cassie like a sharp blade.

“Cassie, you do remember that your assistant contract is still under my control, correct?”

Liam hadn’t even officially assumed a role in Wheeler Group’s management, yet Cassie was already aligning herself with him? Her eagerness betrayed her youth and impatience.

Cassie offered only a faint smile, her politeness laced with subtle hatred.

“Ms. Bailey, you should recognize the wisdom of seizing the right opportunity. Now that Mr. Norris’ position in Wheeler Group is confirmed, why continue to resist?”

Katelyn chuckled coldly. Her frustration evident, she said, “So, everyone’s eager for Mr. Norris to take over at Wheeler Group, is that it? Well, it’s not going to be that simple. Unless…” Her words tore away all illusions.

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Several shareholders jumped to their feet, their faces contorted with anger as they banged on the table. Pointing accusingly at her, they yelled, “You don’t have the final say here!”

That Would Be Ridiculous

Katelyn surveyed the room with a serene expression, her lips curling into a subtle smile as she said, “Dream on if you think you can simply take over as CEO of Wheeler Group with your sixty-five percent shareholding. Remember, I still have the oil field as my leverage!”

The Wheeler Group’s shareholders exchanged confused glances, unsure of Katelyn’s implications.

Leaning back, Liam offered a slight smile.

“It appears you’ve overlooked the fact that you’ve already listed that oil land as a company asset to dilute my shareholding ratio in order to prevent me from acquiring the company. It’s now registered under the company, which means all its revenues are within my purview thanks to my share percentage.”

Without Katelyn’s decision to involve the oil field, he wouldn’t be in a position to act. He had been biding his time for this very move.

Katelyn faced Liam, resting her chin on her hand while idly twirling her phone with the other. She casually remarked, “Are you certain that the field is truly in Wheeler Group’s possession?”

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