Chapter 267

Chapter 267:

She paused, meeting Alan’s eyes without flinching. “I want the role of vice president, with real authority p>

The moment she said that, Alan shot upright. “Vice president? That’s out of the question p>

Gracie’s expression hardened. “If you turn me down, Radiant Technologies will cut ties with Sullivan Group immediately.” Her words echoed through the room like a warning.

The shareholders exchanged anxious looks.

A man with bright, sharp eyes spoke first. “Are you trying to cut off our income, Mr. Sullivan? We’ve never seen profits like this. I fully support her becoming vice president p>

“I second that,” another said.

“Mr. Sullivan, think of the bigger picture. Acting rashly will harm everyone. If our earnings take a hit because of you, we may need to consider impeachment p>

Alan’s hand tightened into a fist, slamming against the table. “You’re threatening me p>

“If you make reasonable decisions, no one needs to threaten anyone. We’re only shareholders. All we care about is our dividends,” the same middle-aged man said calmly. “But if you refuse to listen, then yes, take it as a threat p>

Alan’s face darkened further. “Fine p>

He glared fiercely at Gracie. “Happy now? You can have the vice president title p>

He had called her here expecting to pressure her, yet somehow he ended up giving her one of the most powerful seats in the company.

It wasn’t just a title; it carried real, influential power.

And Gracie was inching closer to the center of control. For the first time, Alan truly saw the ambition she had been hiding.

Gracie softened her expression. “It’s all for the good of the company. I’m your daughter. Of course I want to help lighten your workload. You won’t have to shoulder everything yourself anymore, Dad p>

When the meeting ended, the shareholders filed out with cheerful faces.

Almost everyone looked pleased—everyone except Alan.

Victor Todd, the middle-aged shareholder, approached her with a friendly smile. “Congratulations. Do you have time for a cup of coffee p>

“Sure.” Gracie nodded. “And thank you for speaking up earlier, Mr. Todd p>

“It wasn’t help. You earned the votes. I just said what everyone was already thinking.” Victor chuckled lightly before he gestured for her to walk ahead.

As Alan exited the meeting room, he caught sight of Gracie and Victor walking together toward the elevator.

His hands curled into fists again, his eyes cold. “You really hid this well, Gracie. That ambition… I have never noticed it. If you want the company, let’s see if you’re strong enough to take it p>

Across the street, in a quiet café with wide windows, Gracie and Victor sat facing each other.

Her expression turned heavy. “It’s been a while, Mr. Todd p>

“It has,” Victor replied with a soft sigh. “After your mom passed, I didn’t see you again. Your father kept you away from us. He’s been protecting himself. Most of the company’s shares are under his name now p>

“But I’m here again,” Gracie said, her voice firm.

“So,” Victor leaned in slightly, “what are you counting on? I can back you, but I can’t sway everyone p>

Gracie nodded. “My strength comes from Radiant Technologies and from Brayden. He’ll stand with me, no question. With Stanley Group supporting us, Sullivan Group will only grow stronger, and everyone will earn more than they ever have p>

In business, the battlefield was quiet but ruthless. And profit was the only thing that held alliances together.