Chapter 155. An Engagement Scheme

In the dimly lit expanse of her office, Claire sits, lost in a tempest of anxiety. Her recent nights have been haunted by nightmares, and despite her attempts to quell them, they leave a constant fear haunting her, making her feel raw, vulnerable, and exposed, as if something bad is coming to swallow her entire existence soon. Today, it causes her to summon the entire financial department and board members at the crack of dawn.

Gazing upon her employees, the intensity of her suspicion remains red hot, and burning within her. She scrutinizes every individual, each glance a silent accusation.

"Which one of you seeks to betray me?" Her voice is deceptively calm, her face void of expressions. Beneath that facade of composure, a tsunami rages, waiting to be unleashed.

"We wouldn't dare, ma'am," a hesitant reply emerges from her manager with a voice is tinged with apprehension, but Claire's smiles wickedly. Then her eyes suddenly flash