In recent years, Gilpin Enterprise had thrived, and Lindsay Gilpin''s shares, which ounted for over ten percent of thepany, brought her substantial dividends annually. This financial security allowed her to live a carefree life.


    But now, Gilpin Enterprise was moving to strip her of all her shares. Panic surged through Lindsay.


    "I know I made a mistake," she pleaded. "I''m sorry to everyone. Please give me a chance to make things right. I promise I''ll work diligently at thepany from now on. I beg you-don''t take away my shares! I know I was wrong."


    Her parents quickly chimed in, pleading on her behalf. Although their family held a significant portion of shares, the scattered shares among other rtives were not insignificant. Everyone present was family, and Gilpin Enterprise''s sess had been a collective effort.


    "Everyone here is family," her father said earnestly. "Lindsay might have lost her way, but I hope you can forgive her this time for the sake of family."


    "As her father, I take responsibility for her mistakes," he added. "I failed to guide her properly, which led to this. From now on, I''ll make sure to keep a close eye on her."


    But this wasn''t a trivial matter. The rtives all knew Lindsay''s temperament-spoiled and entitled, a typical pampered princess. Even if she did join thepany, she would only cause trouble. As for her promises to change, no one believed her. People''s natures were hard to change.


    This time, the stakes were high. It wasn''t just about Lindsay''s mistake-it was about redistributing shares. Even gaining just one percent more could mean significantly higher dividends every year. No one would willingly let go of such an opportunity. The rtives whispered among themselves, their eyes gleaming with calction. The potential loss from Lindsay''s blunder was temporary, but the redistribution of shares would be permanent. The better Gilpin Enterprise performed in the future, therger their dividends would be. In the face of such interests, familial bonds held little weight.


    One woman spoke up, her voice sharp. "My husband has been working overtime for months to secure this deal. He led his entire team, working day and night, and just when sess was within reach, this happened. Do you know how much money was lost because of this? My husband even lost weight from the stress!"


    Another rtive nodded in agreement. "Family is family, but business is business. None of us wanted this to happen. We''ve all been working hard for thepany''s growth, but look at her-she''s ruined everything. At her age, how much more can you teach her? You still have your shares, so losing a little bit from her won''t make a difference."


    "What do you mean it won''t make a difference?" Lindsay snapped, her temper ring. "If it doesn''t matter, then why don''t you hand over your shares to me?"


    Her outburst only deepened the tension in the room.


    Lindsay''s social media ounts had already been flooded with scathingments. Someone had exposed her online, and before she could disablements, thousands had poured in. Every single one was filled with hatred, calling her vicious and cruel. People berated her for ruining Aurora''spany and for destroying the lives of those young women. They called her a heartless viin, predicting she''d face retribution one day.


    The more she read, the angrier she became. She disabledments and private messages, but the harassment didn''t stop. People continued to attack her under trending hashtags.


    Now, her family had turned on her as well. The double blow left her seething with rage, with no outlet for her frustration.


    "You really don''t know how to talk to people, do you?" one rtive scolded coldly.


    "Don''t I?" Lindsay shot back. "If you really considered me family, you wouldn''t be taking advantage of this. Every time there''s something good, you''re quick to split it with everyone. Don''t think I don''t know what you''re after. You''ve all been waiting for me to slip up, just so you can snatch my shares. Well, congrattions-you''ve finally seeded. You must be thrilled!"


    Her father quickly stepped in, trying to calm her down. "Lindsay, stop talking! This is your fault to begin with."


    But Lindsay was beyond reason. Sheshed out with every word that came to mind, not caring about the consequences. Her rtives, like a pack of hungry wolves, saw her outburst as the perfect opportunity. Her father knew they wouldn''t hesitate to use this to strip her of her sharespletely.


    "William," one rtive addressed Lindsay''s grandfather, "look at your precious granddaughter. She''s made such a mess and still refuses to repent."


    William leaned on his cane, his voice firm and unwavering. "Enough. I won''t show her any favoritism. I''ve already decided-her shares will be redistributed among you all. This matter is settled."


    "Grandfather! You can''t do this!" Lindsay cried out.


    "Be quiet!" William roared. "You''ve caused enough trouble and still show no remorse. It''s time you learned a lesson. Bring her to thepany tomorrow to sign the transfer agreement."


    William was furious. Jason, his other grandson, had already refused to return and take over the family business. Now, his granddaughter was proving to be just as useless.


    He recalled Oswaldo''s smug expression at thest family gathering, his granddaughter Aurora standing proudly by his side. Aurora was talented and aplished, her sess recognized in the business world. Even without relying on the Montgomery family, she had made a name for herself through her own efforts.


    In stark contrast, Lindsay was infamous for her arrogance and petty squabbles. She couldn''t even sabotage others properly without getting caught, and her ipetence made William''s blood boil.


    This debacle had not only tarnished Lindsay''s reputation but also brought shame to William himself. Infuriated, he stormed out of the room.


    If you''re loving the book, nel5s is where the adventure continues. Join us for theplete experience-all for free. The next chapter is eagerly waiting for you! "Father, please stay for dinner," Lindsay''s mother called after him. "I''ve already asked someone to prepare it."


    "Dinner? All you ever think about is eating! I''m already furious enough because of that disgraceful girl!" William snapped, leaving without another word.


    That night, Lindsay tried everything she could to change her grandfather''s mind, but he remained firm. She didn''t sleep a wink.


    The next morning, her father came to take her to thepany.


    "Dad, I won''t sign it. Those shares are mine. I won''t give them to anyone!" Lindsay protested.


    "Lindsay," her father said wearily, "this time, all the shareholders have united against you. Individually, they may not amount to much, but together, they''re a powerful force. Your grandfather had no choice but to take this step to appease them. We''ve done everything we can, but now you need to listen. Go to thepany and sign the transfer agreement.


    "Once this matter blows over, we''ll figure out a way to get your shares back. You know your grandfather''s temper-his word is final."


    "But Dad, once the shares are in their hands, they''ll never give them back! If I sign, I''ll lose everything!" Lindsay''s voice trembled with desperation.


    "You won''t lose everything. You''ll still have us," her father reassured her. "Be good and


    do as I say. Don''t make things harder for me. If your grandfather gets even angrier and something happens to him, what will we do then?"