Alex stepped inside, his sharp gaze sweeping across the room like a storm. His presence alone was enough to silence even the quietest whispers.
The managers shifted uncomfortably in their seats, feeling that Something wasn’t right with the way Alex was Looking… he was serious.
Without saying a word, Alex walked to the head of the long, polished conference table. Every step he took was Made a clicking sound from his shoes, exuding an unshakable confidence that made the atmosphere somewhat heavier.
Mr. Waters, standing respectfully to the side, quickly pulled out Alex’s chair. Alex took his seat, his movements precise and calm, radiating the poise of someone completely in control.
“Sir,” Mr. Waters began, his voice steady and clear. “All personnel are present. We’re ready to begin whenever you deem necessary .”
Alex nodded slightly, his eyes narrowing as he scanned the room. He leaned back in his chair, his fingers steepled in front of him as a faint smile tugged at his lips.
Alex nodded slightly at Mr. Waters’ words, signaling him to proceed. Then, without a moment’s hesitation, Alex reached out to the stack of documents before him and pulled out a folder with deliberate precision. He held it up, his eyes locking on Mr. Waters.
“Waters, read this aloud,” Alex instructed. His voice was calm, yet there was an unshakable firmness in his tone, one that demanded obedience without question.
Mr. Waters accepted the folder, his brows furrowing slightly as he flipped it open. The moment his eyes scanned the contents, they widened in shock.
The list was bold, decisive, and entirely unexpected. It wasn’t just a memo; it was a declaration of war. Still, he quickly composed himself, his expression neutral but his grip on the papers slightly tighter.
After a brief glance at Alex, seeking silent confirmation, Mr. Waters stood tall and began reading aloud. His deep, steady voice echoed through the silent conference room like a hammer striking metal.
“Effective immediately, the following personnel changes will be implemented at Reid Industries, and just to made clear ‘Effective Immediately’ mean right now,” he announced, pausing for a moment to let the weight of his words settle.
He continued, his tone unwavering. “Effective immediately, the termination of Chief Financial Officer, Charles Winters.”
The room remained silent, but the tension was palpable. All eyes darted toward Charles Winters, who visibly stiffened in his seat.
“Termination of HR Manager, Samuel Winters,” Mr. Waters went on, his voice cutting through the butter smoothly with a hot knife.
“Termination of Vice President, Thomas Winters.”
And then the list continued, each name hitting like a slap on their faces. With every announcement, the atmosphere in the room grew heavier, and murmurs of disbelief began to ripple through the crowd.
“What’s going on? These are all people from Rose’s family!” whispered one of the managers, her voice barely audible but filled with shock.
“Didn’t the CEO used to grovel at Rose’s feet? What’s the meaning of this?” another asked, leaning toward his colleague. The auricity speaking the word ‘grovel’ while Alex was right in front of him can be used as a reference that no one gave so much shit about what Alex wanted or not.
“Has the CEO fallen out of love with her or something?” someone else speculated, his tone a mix of confusion and disbelief.
“No way! He’s been going after her now for like years. Why would he suddenly change now?”
It was unthinkable for them to be hearing this, for all this time Alex is just doing what Rose or her family wanting him to be, of course some knew they were just hsing him for their own like the name just called out.
But as usual none dared to speak them, fearing of losing thier job in the company, thats why most people even sugarcoat the Rose family in the company always flattering them whenever they could hoping to get on their good side.
The murmurs grew louder, the managers exchanging confused glances and hushed theories about Alex’s sudden and uncharacteristic actions. It was clear that no one had seen this coming, not even those who had known Alex for years.
Alex let the noise rise for a moment, his expression calm and unreadable. Then, just as it began to spiral out of control, he stood up from his chair, his movements slow and deliberate.
“Humhm! Humhm!” Alex coughed and the room fell silent almost immediately, Alex demanding attention from his eyes and coughs.
“After conducting an internal investigation… over the past few weeks…” Alex began, his voice calm yet laced with authority, “I’ve discovered that these individuals… have been nothing but parasites within this company.”
He paused, his sharp gaze sweeping across the room, ensuring that every person heard his words clearly.
“This Industries pays you to generate profits, to contribute to its growth… not to leech off it like freeloaders,” he continued, his tone growing colder. “You’ve fed off the company’s resources, draining its lifeblood… and given nothing in return. Such behavior will no longer be tolerated.”
His words cut through the room like a blade, leaving a stunned silence in their wake. For a moment, no one dared to speak or even move. The realization of what was happening began to dawn on the employees, and murmurs of understanding replaced the earlier confusion.
“So that’s what this is about!” someone whispered, their tone filled with relief As to not have to tolerate those bastards anymore. “These people went too far, and I think CEO’s finally had enough!”
“Honestly, those guys were a nightmare,” another one muttered under their breath. “They did whatever they wanted just because of Rose’s influence.”
“They’ve been ruining this company for years now. It’s about time someone cleaned the house!” another chimed in, their voice filled with approval.
While the staff exchanged quiet thoughts, the dismissed members of the Winters family sat stiffly in their seats, their faces pale and ashen. For them, this wasn’t just an unexpected dismissal, it was a devastating blow to their plans. Their positions in the Reid Industries weren’t just jobs; they were their golden tickets to power and wealth. Losing them was… unthinkable.
Charles Winters, the now-terminated Vice President, finally broke the silence. Rising from his seat, he glared at Alex with a mix of desperation and anger. His hands clenched into fists at his sides as he struggled to maintain a polite tone, which he usually maintained in front of Alex.
“Sir, don’t you think this is going too far?” he protested, his voice growing slightly louder. “We’re senior executives, and we’ve worked hard for this company. Removing us without proper procedures isn’t just appropriate… but also like throwing mud in our faces.”
He paused, taking a deep breath to steady himself before continuing, his tone turning more formal and calculated. “As executives, any terminations of this nature should at least be discussed in a board meeting. There should be a vote, a formal process. Don’t you think you should reconsider?”
Alex leaned back in his chair, his expression as calm and unyielding as ever. He tapped his fingers lightly on the table, the sound echoing faintly in the tense silence. Then, he let out a soft chuckle, though there was no humor in it.
“Huh! Imbecile as always!”
(A/N: So, how was the chapter did you enjoy it? What do u think will happened? And more importantly how will Rose react to all these? Will she be angry? Frustrated? Or maybe some other reaction?)
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