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    When Joyce stormed in, Johan was attempting to hypnotize Dani.


    The sudden intrusion caused Johan to jump, disrupting the hypnosis—it was ineffective.


    Though Johan harbored resentment, Joyce’s overbearing nature overshadowed his feelings.


    With determined strides, she closed the distance to Dani, her toneced with frustration.


    “Why haven’t I received the dividends yet?”


    Dani propped her chin on her hand and nced at Katrina, who recoiled slightly.


    “We’re facing some operational challenges, so the dividends are on hold for now. Is there an issue with that?”


    Caught off guard, Joyce faltered, her haughty demeanor softening slightly.


    “But the payments were made every five days before!”


    “Perhaps they were, but that’s not the case now.”


    “Why not?”


    “I see no point in repeating myself. Were you not able to grasp what I said?”


    Joyce’s arrogance crumbled even more, her voice faltering.


    “But…”


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    “No buts, Joyce. Have you forgotten that you’re merely a minor shareholder? Or has thepany’s support made you lose sight of your ce here?”


    At that moment, any trace of arrogance left in Joyce evaporated.


    Johan watched, utterly fascinated.


    Dani had the uncanny ability to sway emotions effortlessly. With just a handful of words, she had left Joyce deted and defeated.


    Joyce, clearly upset, protested, “But you can’tpletely halt the distributions. We all have emergencies to deal with.”


    Katrina, who had been a silent observer, was surprised by Dani’s tactfulness in not outing her involvement.


    Watching Joyce lose her edge, Katrina got up with a steady gaze.


    “Joyce, enough of this nonsense. Thepany must make its own decisions. How dare you challenge Dani’s management? You should be more mindful of expenses. Thepany’s growth is paramount. Besides, owning such a minor share, why the…”


    This statement made Joyce frown deeply. She bit back her rage, knowing better than to lose it in front of Dani now.


    Quietly, she pulled Katrina aside to the doorway and then burst out.


    “Mom, what was that about? Were you really taking Dani’s side just now? What the hell is wrong with you? Remember, I loaned you that eight million. Well, since you believe it’s all for thepany, you might as well give it back. I need it back now.”


    The heat of Katrina’s rage burned through her piercing stare.


    “Have you lost your mind, squandering money on a gigolo? Didn’t I make it clear what that money was for? And now you have the nerve to ask for more? Do you still covet what Dani has?”


    With a sharp re, Joyce fired back, “I’ve given up on that. I just want Milo. It’s been days since hest took my calls. Just give me the money!”


    Katrina’s hands trembled with fury. The thought that her daughter was being manipted by a man filled her with disgust.


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