As she spoke, Tiana's expression softened, her tone turning almost coaxing. Seeing the situation, the other executives also jumped in, their voices filled with persuasion.

"Mr. Rhodes, true courage lies in sacrifice for the greater good!"

"Mr. Rhodes, if you bring Mr. Lloyd back, you won't just be saving the company—you'll be a hero of the Rhodes family!"

"It's just bowing and begging for mercy. Think about it—history remembers those who endure humiliation for a greater cause. You'll have the chance to be remembered!"

Michael listened as one voice after another filled the room, each word supposedly well-meaning, yet every sentence stabbing deeper into his pride. Once red with fury, his face turned eerily pale.

These backstabbing bastards had made up their minds and had all collectively decided to throw him under the bus to save themselves.

Being remembered in history? To hell with that! Even with his limited education, he knew that kneeling would only bring him shame for a