Semua Bab Too Late to Want Me Now: Bab 11

"You're relieved as head of Johnson Group. Effective immediately." Randy's father's voice held the finality of a judge's gavel. "Prove you're worthy again, and we'll discuss reinstatement."The settlement with Tom's family was swift after that—security escorted Anne and Randy from the hall.After the banquet ended, I hurried to pack my belongings.Now that Randy had been removed from his position, he suddenly had more free time. And I couldn't be certain he wouldn't try to entangle himself with me again.But fate had rougher roads in store.Anastasia caught me mid-packing. "Anne has passed away," she said.The words caught me off guard. I froze for a moment, then glanced at Anastasia with a bitter smile.Of course.Banished daughter. Disgraced heir. The Johnson empire handed to Mr. Johnson's second family like a consolation prize. Whatever nuclear argument happened after they got home, it had stopped Anne's heart before midnight.The funeral was crowded with mourners.When