Michael grinned with confidence. "Lauren, I warned you before—if you just quietly played your role as Vice CEO, no one would bother you. But if you challenge my authority as CEO, I'll show you who really runs this corporation."

"Michael, do you really want to take it this far?" Lauren asked icily.

Michael's eyes turned bloodshot as he remembered how Andrew had humiliated him in the past. "No, you're wrong. This bastard is the one who took things too far, making my life hell. I won't rest until I see him behind bars!"

Edward sneered. "The police commissioner is an old friend of mine. With just one call from me, Donald will make sure to give Director Lloyd special treatment."

He emphasized "Director Lloyd" mockingly, dripping with sarcasm.

The executives continued their taunts. "Your 1% shareholding might save your life, but you won't escape punishment entirely!"

Though Andrew's director status was confirmed, Michael and Edward's joint attack gave the executives new hope. Th