Chapter Ninety-One - Breaking Off All Ties

“Mr. Van Every, that is absolutely uncalled for. We’re sorry on behalf of the company that you had to go through this sort of humiliation. Please do not make a hasty decision. The board wants you to continue to lead the company as its CEO,” said Mr. Strasbourg, while the others agreed with him, all except Beatrix and Mr. Cromwell, of course.

“Thank you for your faith in me, but I have lost the will to continue in Rotterdams. I will stick to my decision of stepping down as CEO of Rotterdams.”

“Is that your final decision?” asked Mr. Strasbourg, massaging his temples and looking helplessly at the other board members.

“Yes, Mr. Strasbourg.” Alexander didn’t consider it necessary to even glance in her direction. She wanted him to step down, and he just complied, having lost all interest in working with the likes of Gregory Cromwell. With her comrade’s help, Beatrix could figure out how to handle her dad’s business empire.

“It is really our misfortune, but we cannot force you to stay.