Chapter 215

Several board members sought to oust Joanna, following a prevailing sentiment. "The company can't continue like this," Mr. Roger declared. "If this persists, the Haynes Group will go bankrupt!"

Mr. Paul sighed in agreement. "Exactly. Miss Haynes is preoccupied with a child custody battle. How can she effectively manage the company?"

He continued, "She hasn't been to the office in days. Before that, her presence was sporadic, with frequent trips to Mossbourne. Worse yet, she's using social media influencers to endorse our products! How can we rely on influencers for our established international brand? Even though her company, Mossbourne, is separate, she's still chairman. People will associate them."

After a pause, Mr. Roger added, "She's been chairman for over six months. While profits have slightly increased, the negative publicity is overwhelming. The chairman's image significantly impacts the company's development. I suggest Miss Haynes step down voluntarily to minimize further losses."

Mr. Paul quickly agreed. "Absolutely! The older generation has more experience. Mr. Haynes is more reliable!" He added, "Mr. Haynes should assume the position."

Derick grinned smugly. "Yes, Joanna is a young woman. What does she know? How can we trust her? Her leadership is a dead end. How can our family not see this?"

Shaun felt relieved. He seemed poised to reclaim the chairmanship.

He exclaimed, "Everyone's right! Joanna is young and doesn't understand the gravity of her actions. She can't handle this responsibility. We'll vote to remove her from the board!"

Just then, the conference room door opened, and Joanna entered, wearing a black suit, her expression impassive. Silence fell. After a moment, Shaun greeted her. "Joanna, you're here. We were about to summon you. Mr. Everett will join us later…"

Joanna's brow furrowed, projecting a cold, refined aura, defying the image of helplessness others had projected. "I overheard your entire conversation," she stated calmly.

Mr. Roger, embarrassed, stammered, "Well, since you heard it… We were discussing the company's future. And the negative press you've generated has severely damaged the Haynes Group's reputation. If this continues, Raymond's life's work will be ruined."

Joanna listened attentively without interruption.

Shaun sighed, expressing concern. "Joanna, you're young and can't bear this burden. It's too much."

Joanna sneered. What a hypocrite! she thought. My father is a deceiver, pretending to care. If he wanted the chairmanship back, he could have just said so.

"Shaun's right. Joanna, the burden is too heavy. Let your father be chairman," Mr. Roger suggested. Joanna's expression remained emotionless, her eyes cold.

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