“You were nothing more than a mid-level director at Lewis Enterprise back in the day. I even heard you were involved in a major scandal five years ago. How could someone like you possibly lead Lloyd Enterprise?” one shareholder said derisively.

At that, Rachel smirked.

Slowly and deliberately, she replied, “Well, does securing the overseas project that used to be under Mr. Lewis count for anything?”

At that, the corners of Tyler’s mouth lifted. He had clearly underestimated her.

The shareholders seemed taken aback.

“No way! Is she talking about that major overseas project Mr. Lewis was working on before?”

“That can’t be right. Lloyd Enterprise had tried everything and still failed to secure it. That deal’s notoriously difficult to close!”

“I heard tons of companies were vying for it. Mr. Hunt had already cornered most of the market overseas. If not, it would’ve gone to Lloyd Enterprise long ago.”

“Exactly! Other than Lloyd Enterprise, only Lewis Enterprise really stood a chance. I remember hearing they were just a step away from closing it.”

“Listen to her brag. She was working alone. Lloyd Enterprise didn’t even assign anyone to help. How could she possibly land that deal by herself?”

“Seriously, she’s just a young woman. Does she really think she’s invincible or something? What a joke.”

Yvette and Sasha exchanged glances. They were waiting for Rachel to embarrass herself.

At this moment, Tyler started to speak.

“Funny. I heard Mr. Lewis dropped that deal after Mrs. Lewis made some disastrous investment moves. On top of that, Lewis Enterprise has been caught up in so many scandals lately that their partners are demanding compensation.”

The very next second, Rachel tossed a signed contract onto the conference table. “Everything’s here in black and white. Unless you’re all blind, you should be able to read what’s on this.”

The shareholders rushed to grab the document and skimmed through the pages.

“It’s real! There’s the company seal and everything. It’s officially signed. How did this stay under the radar?”

“This deal alone could carry our earnings for the next six months. That project is a gold mine!”

“Incredible! I was seriously worried about our numbers with Mr. Lloyd in the hospital, but this changes everything!”

Watching their shameless expressions change so quickly, Rachel couldn’t help but let out a chuckle.

“You all sure have a talent for switching sides seamlessly. Maybe when you retire, you should consider a career in acting.”

The shareholders looked embarrassed.

“Ms. Lloyd, even if we acknowledge your competence, that doesn’t change the fact that you’re not Mr. Lloyd’s biological daughter. Even if he wanted to transfer his shares to you, without legal confirmation, it doesn’t hold weight.”

They weren’t wrong. Everyone in the room knew Rachel’s position was still shaky. If Yvette decided to sue, it could drag out for ages.

“Exactly, Ms. Lloyd. We really do appreciate what you’ve done with this deal, and of course, you’ll get your share of the profits. But before the police get here, my advice? Leave now.”

Rachel let out a chuckle.

“So that’s the plan now? Take the win and cut me loose? Well, what if I refuse?”

Her stubborn streak was impossible to break.

The shareholders looked at each other.

“Then this becomes a family matter. You’ll have to settle it in court.”

Rachel pursed her lips, refusing to move even an inch.

Just then, the police arrived. After asking a few questions, they proceeded to escort Rachel away. She was just about to be taken away when a deep voice echoed through the air.

“Hold on.”