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Chapter 705
Claire had never really felt the warmth of a father's love growing up. Yet, she never found herself yearning for it. Love wasn't something she lacked. There was someone who had showered her with the purest, most genuine love in the world-almost like a protective shield. That someone was Colin.
Just thinking about Colin made Claire's eyes well up, as if they were on the brink of tears. Her gaze was sharp and full of resentment as she glared at Connor. If looks could kill, she'd have turned into a fierce tiger, ready to rip him apart.
Connor, on the other hand, met her stare with a calm, steady gaze. There wasn't a hint of triumph on his face. Instead, his demeanor was as calm as a gentle breeze. A slight smile played on his lips, but his eyes were cold and emotionless. "Thanks, big sis," he said, almost mockingly.
Chloe stood there, dumbfounded by the scene unfolding before her. Everything that happened today was a complete shock-it wasn't anything she anticipated. Connor hadn't given her a heads-up. The sudden turn of events left her in disbelief.
Of course, Chloe had her suspicions about what had transpired. Were the shareholders simply swayed by numbers? But what did those numbers mean? And how had Connor managed to find their Achilles' heel?
Before long, several lawyers poured into the room, followed closely by reporters from various media outlets. The media was quick to broadcast the outcome of the Sartori Corporation shareholders' meeting.
"Connor Takes the Helm as New CEO of Sartori Corporation"
The news spread like wildfire across the inte, causing servers to crash twice from the overwhelming traffic. It became the hottest topic of the year, with every section from society to finance and even entertainment buzzing with the story.
The public's reaction was pretty much on point. After all, Connor was Jeffery's only son, and traditional beliefs led many to think that the CEO role was naturally his. But soon, voices of support for Claire began to emerge in the media.
"The old guard still favors sons over daughters. The eldest daughter has been a stalwart at Sartori Corporation, proving herself as a trailblazer for women. Yet, she lost out because of her gender-a real sign of the times."
"It's a harsh reality for women, even those from affluent families aren't immune. The eldest poured her heart into Sartori Corporation from her teenage years, only to see her efforts enrich others."
"Can we not turn this into a gender
war? Jeffery made it clear thisContent is © 2024 NôvelDrama.Org.
decision was in the hands of the board's eight key shareholders. And let's not forget, these shareholders were backing the eldest daughter before today's announcement."
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"The vote was seven to one, with Mr. Connor clinching a decisive victory. What does that tell us? It shows M Connor's resilience and ability to steer through a crisis, proving this was a power play in a prominent family. It's not just about gender bías. Capitalists are sharper than that."
"Insiders claimed that the shareholders initially backed the eldest daughter. What changed that caused them to shift their allegiance at the last moment? That's the mystery everyone wants to unravel."
Outside, the chatter was intense. Inside the conference room, however, was a stark contrast. Silence hung heavy in the air, and the shareholders seemed too scared to even breathe loudly, each one looking as if they'd seen a ghost.
Despite her defeat, Claire managed to keep her composure, holding onto her dignity and grace in front of everyone.
Meanwhile, as the legal procedures
wrapped up, Jeffery rose to his feet. "From today onwards, I am officially stepping down. I won't be involved in the company's affairs anymore, hope you all give Connor your full support and cooperation to ensure the company's future success."