Marco was also distraught. Although he’d learned the truth earlier than the others, it was already too


    late. He had already offended Rowan!


    Ashton’s thoughts swirled chaotically.


    The revtion that Rowan was a member of the Torres family and


    Loraine’s uncle left him reeling. The allegation of impropriety was now baseless.


    But he couldn’t ept this oue after investing so much effort into the usations.


    Ashton’s expression darkened.


    “Even if they’re innocent of that charge, we can’t overlook the potential collusion, can we? It’s all too


    convenient for a family to abuse power for personal gain!”


    Brady gestured for his subordinates to Lay out documents on the table.


    “These are Universe Group’spany tax and transaction records. We’ve investigated them and found


    no issues. Would you like to review them again?”


    Ashton stared, dumbfounded.


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    His shot at a promotion seemed to be slipping away, and fury and anxiety bubbled up within him.


    Abandoning decorum, he snapped, “Of course you won’t catch the criminals if they’re adept at hiding!”


    Brady’s patience wore thin, and he was no Longer willing to entertain


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    Ashton’s baseless usations.


    “From the beginning, you’ve cast doubt on the investigation results. Do you think the government’s


    credibility means nothing?”


    Ashton found himself at a loss for words. Brady’s voice boomed, “If you refuse to ept the results of


    the investigation, present your own proof. But without substantial evidence, keep your silence. There’s


    no room for baseless usations here!”


    Naturally, Ashton was unable to provide any evidence. His expression turned sour as he suddenly fell


    silent.


    Initially, Laura and Marina had been brimming with enthusiasm and hubris. Yet, now they found


    themselves utterly bbergasted, slumping in their chairs with their once-bright eyes dimmed.


    Laura, in particr, paled considerably.


    Having crossed Marco and now powerless to bring down Rowan, Ashton’s promotion was jeopardized.


    And if Ashton failed to climb the ranks, would Marco ever forgive her?


    The more Laura pondered, the more uneasy she grew, yearning to slip away and find refuge.


    Nheless, after admonishing Ashton, Brady proceeded to reveal the findings of the investigation.


    “Rowan Torres is not only innocent, but he has also participated in numerous front-line operations,


    making exceptional contributions. His position is well-earned. Furthermore, I must rify that his return


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