Shay addressed them in the same demanding tone.

Seraphine grew impatient and retorted, "Sir, both Williams Corp. and the Innova Group have no intention of joining the so-called family conglomerate. Why can't you understand?"

Seraphine's statement carried weight, and Henry and the others refrained from speaking out. Having Seraphine speak out for them was preferable. The remark resembled poking a hornet's nest, and all the Williams stared at her.

Dickson sneered. "Seraphine, who gave you the r