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    “If Dani can elevate Harper Group topete with Elite Lux, my remaining forty-nine percent stake could turn into a gold mine.”


    He smiled, basking in the glow of his imagined future riches.


    Alexander sat across from Caiden.


    “Dani has climbed her way to the top; she’s clearly capable. Do you really think she’ll ept defeat without a fight?”


    Just moments earlier, Alexander had eavesdropped on the chief financial officer detailing a grim financial reality: thepany was drowning under a debt exceeding seven hundred million dors. The only lifelines were bank loans and a handful of clients still loyal to Brylee.


    On the outside, Harper Group maintained its majestic facade, yet internally, it was a mere shadow of its former self.


    Alexander found it astonishing how effectively Caiden had managed to run the corporation into the ground. Engrossed in his thoughts, Alexander’s contemtion was interrupted by the buzz of his phone. It was a message from Caiden containing a list of contacts. Puzzled, Alexander raised his eyebrows at Caiden.


    With a sly grin, Caiden responded, “Your tip about Joyce’s baby was a lifesaver, and I’m grateful you joined me here today. That list? It’s ourst batch of solid clients. Feel free to transition their ounts to Bet Group. Tell them I approved the move.”


    Rxed in the glow of the well-lit office, Caiden leisurely sipped his coffee, a subtle smile ying on his lips. From where he stood, Alexander could see Caiden’s tant disregard for Dani, his own daughter. He couldn’t help but remember the day Dani was a drunken mess, and the Harper family treated her like trash left out on the curb. Even now, it seemed like the whole world had turned its back on her.


    Tucking the list—a generous offering from Caiden—into his pocket, Alexander sensed the tension in the air. By nine o’clock, whispers of impending doom circted among the employees. Caiden remained detached, offering no reassurances. When they questioned him about what to do next, his response was firm and clear.


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    “Wait for Dani. If she’s truly capable as they im, she’ll prove herself. I’m eager to see if she possesses her mother’s unshakable grit in crisis situations!”


    As the clock struck ten, the secretary notified them of Dani’s arrival. Momentster, the door to the CEO’s office burst open. Dani entered, her stride confident, her presencemanding. She was not alone; apanying her were Ryan, Lillian, Cedric, and a lead auditor.


    Caiden rose from his seat, his eyes locked on Dani in disbelief.


    “You’ve brought an auditing team to scrutinize your own father’spany? How dare you!”


    Ignoring the tension, Dani walked over to the executive chair and settled into it with an air of authority. Behind her, Ryan, Lillian, and Cedric lined up, their faces masks of unwavering confidence.


    Dani began, “We’ve legally dissolved any familial bonds. This isn’t just a family matter; it’s business. And with fifty-one percent of the shares in my possession, I have full authority here. I need you to hand over every financial record and key document now. After a thorough audit and the transfer of documents, I will assume leadership of Harper Group.”


    This poised deration took Alexander by surprise. It had never crossed his mind that Dani might actually understand the intricacies of business affairs. He had always presumed her aplishments were more a stroke of fortune than expertise.


    “And what if I refuse? Thepany’s right here. Take it if you can, or walk away.” A derisive smirk twisted Caiden’s lips, the frustration of being trapped evident in his expression.


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