Chapter 627: The Major Shareholder

After ending the call, Oscar declared, “Your son can leave this kindergarten if you refuse to apologize.” As a shareholder, Oscar could easily expel a student with a simple instruction. Cecilia was surprised to learn someone still held shares, and patiently awaited Principal Erwin Bloggs' arrival, curious to see if he would expel Jonathan. Meanwhile, onlookers relished the unfolding drama, eager to witness their humiliation.

Netizens watching the livestream were outraged, condemning the injustice: Could wealth and power destroy a child's future so easily? Comments flooded the chat: "The owner is a supermarket chain boss," and "I'll boycott his stores!" Oscar remained oblivious to his company's plummeting stock, ignoring calls from his secretary.

Erwin arrived, startled by the commotion. "What's happening?" he asked. The teacher vaguely blamed Jonathan for a fight with four other children. Cecilia countered, "Isn't that a false accusation? The video clearly shows those children started the fight. My son defended himself." The teacher, siding with Miranda, dismissed Cecilia; a major shareholder's influence couldn't be challenged.

However, Erwin's next actions stunned everyone. He greeted Cecilia warmly. "Ms. Smith, your child attends our kindergarten, doesn't he?" Cecilia hadn't mentioned Jonathan's enrollment when acquiring shares. She nodded, introducing Jonathan. Erwin's kind smile bewildered the onlookers.

Oscar, unable to bear the situation, approached Erwin. "Mr. Bloggs, I want you to expel this boy." Erwin froze, then retorted, "Mr. Peterson, are you abusing your authority? Why expel a boy who did nothing wrong?"

Oscar threatened, "I'm a board member. Expel him, or I withdraw my investments." Erwin scoffed. "You hold only five percent. Do you know how much Ms. Smith owns? Fifty-four percent." This revelation transformed Cecilia's status from shareholder to effective owner.

The room's atmosphere shifted. Netizens were astonished: "Jon's mother is wealthy! No wonder he's different!" Comments expressed envy and anticipation of Oscar's humiliation.

Oscar's face paled, but he refused to yield. He threatened Erwin, "Think this through. My company is among the top hundred. Cross me, and you'll regret it." Before Erwin could respond, a nonchalant figure entered, saying, "Oscar Peterson, do you really think you can boast about your supermarket chain?"