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.

an hour and a half, with Ellinor articulating her points effectively. Despite their reluctance to follow a young

“Meeting adjourned.”

headed to the CEO’s office to plan the next steps. Veronica, the

foxes give you a hard time?” Veronica asked.

from her water bottle and

grimaced. “I bet they made things difficult for you. Those old geezers are full of ambition but lack ability. Only my brother could keep them in check.”

Society herself, after all. However, the complexities of the Blanchet family’s century–old

for three years. But as his health deteriorated, the

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