บททั้งหมดของ While You Chose Her, I Claimed Everything: บทที่ 181 - บทที่ 190

Question after question came without pause, overlapping as they shattered the silence of the night. Camera flashes continued to fire from every direction, trapping him in a blinding sea of white light.Adrian raised one hand, signaling calmly for everyone to settle down. A faint smile remained on his face. It wasn't particularly warm, but it was enough to show that he was completely in control of himself and had no intention of avoiding the media."I understand that the public has many questions." He paused, allowing the commotion to subside slightly so he could command everyone's full attention. "And I also appreciate the members of the press who are carrying out their duties tonight."Several reporters exchanged glances, drawn in by his composure. The microphones that had been jostling for position lowered slightly, giving Adrian room to speak clearly."However, I'd like to remind everyone of one thing." Adrian's gaze shifted from one camera to another,

The crystal chandeliers hanging from the ballroom ceiling cast a golden glow throughout the room. That evening, Ashbourne Group's grand hall had been transformed into a gathering of people dressed in expensive suits, elegant evening gowns, and engaged in conversations among business leaders from across the country.The logos of Ashbourne Group and Neo Group were displayed side by side above the main stage, accompanied by a massive LED screen showcasing the journey of the two companies' partnership over the past several months.The sound of an orchestra filled every corner of the room, creating an elegant atmosphere without diminishing the formal tone that was the hallmark of an international business event.Outside the ballroom, reporters were still busy photographing the distinguished guests who continued to arrive. But inside, nearly all the invited guests had already taken their seats while enjoying the light dinner reception prepared by the organizers.Adrian stood on one side of

An even louder round of applause echoed through the ballroom.Victor rose to his feet.All of the distinguished guests spontaneously stood as well, offering a brief show of respect to the man who had spent decades building Ashbourne Group into one of the country's largest conglomerates.Victor acknowledged them with a slight nod. His steps were calm as he ascended the stairs to the podium. Once he stood before the microphone, he waited until the ballroom had fallen completely silent."Good evening." His deep voice carried clearly to every corner of the room. "Tonight is not merely the inauguration of a project."Victor's gaze slowly swept across the audience. "It is the night when two companies choose to entrust their futures to one another."Victor continued, "As Mr. Nathan has just said, trust is something far more valuable than anything else that follows in business. Trust is not built overnight, nor can it be bought with money."Victor's eyes traveled across the ballroom, now fill

Before the hundreds of eyes watching that night, there were no opinions being manipulated. No fabricated assumptions. Nor were there any baseless accusations. There were only documented facts, meticulously organized, stripping bares the one-sided claims Adrian had confidently made just minutes earlier."And most recently, after what happened some time ago, the negotiator who ensured this event could still proceed despite a few changes," Victor deliberately paused. Then he turned toward Tara, who was still standing where she had been.She remained seated with a relaxed posture, completely unfazed by Adrian's behavior just moments earlier. And perhaps all this time, she had been focused on the screen, where nearly every achievement she had accomplished was being presented in detail.Victor glanced briefly at Tara. "That person is none other than Miss Tara Valmont." Then Victor turned his gaze back to his stepson, whose face had flushed red as he returned the stare.Feeling his position

Victor opened the black folder again, then continued in the same calm tone. "Before I read this decision, there is one matter I need to clarify."His gaze shifted to all the guests filling the ballroom. "To be honest, I never intended to discuss the company's internal affairs any further tonight."The room fell silent once again."Our main agenda is to officially inaugurate the strategic partnership between Ashbourne Group and Neo Group, as well as introduce the new leadership structure that will oversee this collaboration."Victor paused for a moment."The appointment of Ms. Tara Valmont as President Director is information that must be made known to our shareholders, investors, financial institutions, and all the strategic partners present here tonight."Several guests nodded. As members of the business world, they understood that a change in leadership was information that would influence the company's direction."I also had no intention of explaining the basis of the Board's decis