Rising from the Ashes (Andrew) novel Chapter 428

Chapter 428 +25 BONUS Andrew stood up , and his previously friendly smile had vanished , replaced by an icy demeanor .

The shift in his expression sent chills through the boardroom , making everyone uneasy .

He stated coldly , Since my shares now exceed both the CEOs and Mr.

Hills , doesnt that give me the greatest authority and priority in todays lunch meeting ? Michaels face twitched .

In principle , yes , thats correct .

Edward was not having it , his face contorted with anger .

Kid , I didnt expect you to pull something like this .

But five billion in funding you must have misappropriated it from somewhere .

With your position and background , even if your family saved for generations , they couldnt come up with that kind of astronomical sum .

Many heads nodded in agreement around the table .

Edwards logic seemed sound , as instantly injecting fifty billion dollars to become the fifth major shareholder was suspicious .

However , Andrew could not care less about their suspicions .

He slowly walked over to Michael , his footsteps echoing in the tense silence .

Michael flinched .

Mr.

Lloyd , what are you doing ? Relax , Andrew replied blankly .

Youre the CEO of the group , and Im just a board member .

What could I possibly do to you ? Im simply exercising my rights as the groups fifth major shareholder .

! Edward shouted angrily , Mr.

Lloyd , get back to your seat ! You might have lucked into becoming the fifth director , but you still need to follow basic protocols .

Andrew nodded calmly .

Youre right basic protocols must be followed .

He paused before saying , So when a minor shareholder like yourself shouts at me , the fifth director , arent you overstepping your bounds ? Edward froze , his lips moving to deliver an angry retort before catching himself .

He mocked , Well , well , Mr.

Lloyd .

Lloyd , thats enough , Edward scoffed .

Ive been plenty patient with you .

Settling scores ? Arent you being childish ? Andrew shook his head .

Not at all .

Without warning , he delivered a powerful slap across Edwards plump face .

The impact was explosive .

Edwards 200 pound frame , along with his chair , went flying across the room .

The chair shattered against the wall , while Edward let out a painful groan before his eyes rolled back , and he passed out .

The boardroom fell into a deathly silence .