At that moment, Theodore was still under the impression that his actions had gone unnoticed.


    Simultaneously, he was harboring a secret thought: “It doesn’t matter if that troublesome Jasmine returns. With the old fool now demented, shecks support in the Moore Group. If I want to take her down in the future, I’ll have plenty of chances!”


    Meanwhile, Jasmine turned to Theodore and asked loudly, “Uncle, I heard that the board of directors rmended you as the new chairman because I was away?”


    Theodore rubbed his hands awkwardly and chuckled, “Ho ho… well, you see… everyone thinks the group needs a leader, so they suggested I step in for you.”


    Jasmine nodded appreciatively, saying, “Thank you, Uncle, for taking on my responsibilities while I was gone.”<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    She then shifted the topic, asking, “You mentioned that if I returned, I would automatically regain the chairman position. Does that still stand?”


    Theodore nced around nervously, feeling the pressure of the moment.


    “Oh no, with a multimedia reporter here and Charlie lurking about, I can’t backtrack on what I said. If the media catches wind of it, I’ll be infamous in no time!”


    “And to make matters worse, Charlie is no easy opponent!”


    “In Aurous Hill, he’s revered as Master Wade, with countless admirers. Jasmine owes him her rescue, and if I try to hold onto the chairman’s position now, Charlie won’t let me off lightly…”


    “It looks like I have no choice but to step aside…”


    With this thought weighing on him, Theodore felt a pang of frustration and cursed inwardly: “This is absolute nonsense! I attempted to manipte the board, and now it’s all falling apart just minutes after I officially took office. I haven’t even settled into the chairman’s office yet!”


    Despite the turmoil inside him, he knew he couldn’t cause any trouble at this moment. He had to bite the bullet and say, “Jasmine, don’t worry. The position of chairman of the Moore Group is yours. I’m only here to assist with critical matters while you were away. Now that you’re back, the position naturally returns to you.”<fn2d94> Checktest chapters at find?novel</fn2d94>


    He then picked up the microphone and dered with gravity, “I hereby announce that Ms. Jasmine will continue as chairman of the Moore Group! I believe this is the most favorable oue for our shareholders and investors. Let’s give her a round of apuse!”


    The audience erupted into apuse.


    At that moment, Jasmine took the microphone, addressing everyone present: “Thank you for attending the Moore Group’s event today. This concludes the press conference. Next, I will lead the board meeting to discuss various matters that have arisen during my absence. Since these involve sensitive business information, I kindly ask the media to leave.”


    The reporters, eager to break the news of Jasmine’s return, quickly packed up their equipment and exited the venue in an orderly fashion.


    As thest of the media departed, Theodore and Rueben exchanged nces, both feeling a sense of unease.


    Neither of them knew what Jasmine had nned for the board meeting.


    If it was merely a routine meeting to catch up on recent events, that would be manageable. However, if Jasmine had acquired more knowledge about the situation, it could spell trouble for both of them.


    Thus, Theodore cautiously asked, “Jasmine, do you have any specific ns for the board meeting?”


    Jasmine smiled reassuringly, “Uncle, don’t fret. I’ll rify many things with everyone when we conver.”


    Theodore nodded, though his nerves were still on edge. Soon, all the media had left, and only Charlie remained in the audience, sitting quietly.