Chapter 92: Taking Back What Was His
Eric didn''t know that the scattered shares of thepany had been bought by the same person. Even
if he knew, he didn''t seem to care. After all, victory was in his hands, and these scattered shares
shouldn''t cause much trouble.
Edward listened to his subordinate''s report. With udia, Madeline and his own funds, they had
acquired these scattered shares. Of course, Millicent''s family and Elio had contributed quite a lot too.
Edward couldn''t use thepany''s funds to acquire those shares. He had his own ways, but he
needed to be careful not to let Eric or Cameron find out. Otherwise, they were sure to stir up trouble.
It didn''t cost much for them to provide needed assistance. Both families were well aware of Edward''s
capabilities—it wouldn''t be difficult to reim his throne. There was no harm in taking this opportunity
to lend a helping hand. That way, it would open up more business opportunities in the future.
The scattered shares made up a total of 15%. It amounted to quite a fair number after they added it to
the 55% they currently owned. Just like that, Edward was now the biggest shareholder of thepany.
He had the right to reject the decision to make Eric the president.
No matter how capable Eric and Cameron were, the rest of the shareholders only possessed a total of
45% of the stocks. There was no need to fear them.
Moreover, Edward also had proof that Eric framed him and stained thepany''s reputation. With
these, it would suffice in defeating him once and for all. He had to make sure any and all future troubles
were eliminated before they even began. He would never allow anyone to destroy his happiness with
Irene.
Ever since Irene forgave Edward, she had brought Charlotte home. She hadn''t seen her daughter for a
long time and missed her dearly.
Irene was currently coddling Charlotte, holding her in her arms and singing to her.
Edward was greeted by such a warm scene when he arrived home.
He was a little surprised. After all, his parents had a rocky rtionship when he was a child. As he grew
up, he only had Madeline and a few servants around him. As such, he yearned for a happy life with a
kind wife and a lovely child.
Edward stepped forwards and enveloped Irene in his arms.
"What are you doing, Edward? You scared me," Irene grumbled.
"Is there anything wrong with me hugging my own wife?" Edward asked with a mischievous grin.
"Look at you being so clingy despite being a grown adult. Where''s your shame? See, your daughter is
still here," Irene huffed. A blush grew on her face as she stared at Edward''s gentle smile.
"I also want kisses! Besides, Charlotte is still young. She won''t understand, so it''s okay!" Edward said
confidently.
Irene burst intoughter as she saw Edward behaving like this. The more time she spent with him, the
more he behaved like a child.
"Alright, alright. How are things with thepany?" Irene asked.
"It''s not too bad. There''s just onest thing I need to do," Edward said.
"Irene, I..." He then said.
A strange feeling rose in Irene''s chest as she looked at Edward''s hesitance.
"What''s wrong?" Irene asked.
"I want to host a grand wedding with you after everything is settled," Edward dered.
Irene was both surprised and expectant. After all, every girl dreamt of having a grand wedding one day.
Back then, Edward was coerced into marrying her by Madeline and the wedding ended hastily.
Even now, she regretted her wedding. But Edward rekindled that dying me within her heart and
would fulfil her dream.
"Okay, sure," Irene replied shyly.
"Irene, I swear I''ll make you the most beautiful and happiest bride in the world!" Edward said happily.
He had been very cold to her in the past because he didn''t like her. After their vows were said, he
disappeared and left her to deal with the reception alone. He felt rather guilty about it.
As such, he had always wanted to host another wedding ceremony to make up for his terrible actions.
But before he could do so, Eric began carrying out his evil n, and Irene wanted to leave. He didn''t
have a chance to bring this matter up. Now that this opportunity had presented itself, he couldn''t wait to
get rid of those pesky people once and for all!
All this while, Edward had been nervous. He was worried Irene still held a secret grudge despite
forgiving him. He could see that she hadn''t truly let go of the past.
Edward wanted to p himself when he recalled the things he had done. He strongly believed that
another wedding ceremony would allow him to have a fresh start with Irene. That way, they could both
let go of the unpleasant past.
The Wilson Group.
"Mr. Wilson has issued an important announcement. Please be present at that time."
Eric hadn''t been able to locate him sessfully, but Edward had showed up straightly in the tiger''s
den. Eric swore he would use this opportunity to make him step down.
"Do you think Edward has any other trump cards, Eric?" Cameron asked worriedly.
"Hmmph! What trump card could he possibly have?"
"If we total up both his and his mother''s shares, they only amount to 25%. Even if he bought the
scattered shares, it won''t make much difference. Besides, I have someone paying attention to the
Cameron felt relieved when he heard that. However, he didn''t know what wasing for him.
The shareholders looked at each other in the conference room. Eric seemed to have the upper hand on
this battlefield, so they weren''t sure if Edward could somehow turn the situation around.
Edward had left in a hurry during the previous meeting, and victory was in Eric''s grasp. What would
happen today?
Each of them had their own opinions. They needed to ce their bets on the right person so it would
be beneficial to their own interests.
Eric exchanged nces with the shareholders who were present. He had promised them great
benefits, so they assumed Edward didn''t stand a chance against him.
Soon, everyone could hear the sound of leather shoes tapping the floor. Even without turning to look at
the source of that sound, they knew it was Edward. He was dressed in a fitted ck suit, and he looked
as dashing as ever.
The authority and grace he possessed were second to none. With just one word from him, countless
people could lose their jobs.
"Mr. Wilson, you''ve made us wait quite a while," Eric said sarcastically. "Hmmph! Looks like you still
have the audacity to behave so high and mighty. Just you wait, I''ll soon have you running with your tail
between your legs!" Eric thought.
"This is the letter of approval. As the current biggest shareholder of thepany, I hereby revoke Eric''s
authority to participate in managing thepany''s affairs and duties," Edward said calmly.
Edward ignored Ericpletely. There was no need for him to pay attention to a small fry.
The shareholders began to whisper amongst themselves. How could this be? Edward was now the
biggest shareholder of thepany?
Eric suffered the greatest shock, and his expression soured. How could it be? Cameron only owned
15% of the shares, and the total of several major shareholders only amounted to 35%! How did Edward
own that much?
"It must be fake! Don''t listen to his lies!" Eric yelled hurriedly.
He snatched the paper from Edward''s hand and read it.
"I, Mrs. Wilson, hereby bequeath Edward with the 15% that I own."
It also stated that Edward owned the scattered shares.
"No way! This isn''t happening! Madeline actually owned 15%?! She gave them all to Edward, and when
we total up the scattered shares he bought—it''s over!" Eric thought as he copsed in his chair.
"Right now, I own a total of 55%. I don''t believe you have the right to overrule my decision," Edward
said as he looked at Eric coldly. He needed to bear the consequences of his own deeds.
"No! You can''t just decide that! Even if you own the most shares, I''m still second to you! You can''t just
strip my authority from me!" Eric cried out through gritted teeth.
He couldn''t admit defeat! Not right now! He would have nothing left if he did! All the ridicule he had
endured all those years would''ve been for nought!
It wasn''t fair! Why did Edward get all the privileges as soon as he was born? Everyone fawned over
him and praised him endlessly! He didn''t need to put in any effort to inherit thepany!
Yet he had to be scorned by many and endure it silently! Surely, he wouldn''t lose to Edward!
Eric never thought about how his mother had ruined a perfect family as a mistress. He failed to see
how his father favoured him over Edward, and he didn''t see the effort Edward had put in.
He felt like he had been wronged by the universe. He was a selfish person.
"Eric. You''ve plotted against me, and you''ve harmed the reputation of thepany just so you could
gain my position!" Edward said disdainfully. Since Eric clearly wouldn''t go down without a fight, he
would watch as he lost his dignity.
"What proof do you have?! You are ndering me! Don''t listen to his lies! He''s making things up to
save himself!" Eric shouted with red eyes.
Everyone remained silent.
At this moment, the evidence was disyed for all to see on the screen. Eric copsed when he saw it.
Edward had long since exposed his schemes.
"It''s over! Forget thepany and wealth, I can''t even save my own dignity," Eric thought.
In the face of such concrete evidence, Eric had no way to refute it. The shareholders who had epted
his bribe remained silent. They didn''t dare to speak.
It was obvious. Now that things had taken such a turn, they''d only bring harm to themselves if they
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spoke up on Eric''s behalf. If even he could be driven out of thepany, what more about them? They
could only pray that Edward would never hear of their dealings with Eric.
Those with guilty consciences kept praying for mercy, but Edward paid no heed to them. He would
have many opportunities to rid hispany of these rats. He had no need to fear.
"Now, would you leave?" Edward asked. He didn''t want to see him anymore.
Eric didn''t respond. He was still in shock from the evidence. He was so close! How did things turn out
like this? Where did he go wrong?
In the end, he had nothing. He had lost everything.