The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1429

“Anyone thinking they can take over while Mr. Blanchet is away must think again.” Ellinor warned the crowd. “As long as I’m around, the Blanchet Corporation will never be under anyone else’s name!”

Her declaration left the room silent. Even those who harbored resentment did not dare object further. They had no ground to stand on. Indeed, with Theo gone, and Ellinor being first in line to inherit the corporation, the shareholders had no right

to claim leadership.

Despite their reluctance to follow a young woman’s lead, the shrewd shareholders had to admit she had a

“Meeting adjourned.”

to the CEO’s office to plan the next steps. Veronica, the secretary seated outside the office, immediately followed

Did those old foxes give you a

took a sip from her water bottle and raised an eyebrow. “What do

they made things difficult for you. Those old geezers are full of ambition but lack ability. Only my brother could keep them

founded the Crescent Society herself, after all. However, the complexities of the Blanchet family’s century–old business were more challenging to handle. Dealing with the old shareholders indeed took more effort

as his health deteriorated, the doctor advised him against further exertion. Therefore, he asked Ellinor to take over temporarily until

and appreciate her. Ellinor initially chose to stay out of the Blanchet family’s power