22

ADLEY

“I’ve already told them this company is not for sale.” I clenched my teeth in anger. I pushed my chair back from my desk and stood as I glared at them sitting in front of me.

“I think you should consider our offer,” Atty. Tim emphasized the word offer.

“Our new offer,” his companion seconded.

“You’re wasting your time. I’m not and won’t change my mind. Tell Grandpa not to bother again. He can buy everything surrounding this building but leave my company alone.”

“Just hear us out first.” Gary surprised me as he joined in.

“Well, good to see you again, Gary. So your true color has finally been revealed. What made you think that whatever you say will change my mind?”

“Forget about this company. Our only intention is for you to work in the Kross Corp before your grandfather retires.”

“How does it concern me?”

“You’re one of the majority shareholders. Unfortunately, my father can’t take the position. If you don’t want to appoint anyone, the board of directors will vote on who will be