Chapter 308


    These past few years, Wayne had been acting like a dictator. There were only two options for the board


    of directors when it came to what he wanted to do:


    Either willingly agree, or was violently suppressed by Wayne and forced to agree.


    So no one dared to voice any objections during the meetings.


    After the report on the Silverman Group’s merger and acquisition project was finished, Wayne was


    about to end the meeting.


    But suddenly, someone spoke up, “President Silverman, we’d like to hear Ms. Whaley’s thoughts on


    her n topete with Jered Ventures for FreshBite!”


    There was clear dissatisfaction in this person’s tone.


    –


    Everyone knew that Jered Ventures was a venture capital firm under the Jared Group, fully led by Ms.


    Gabrie, the heir of the Jared Group. FreshBite had been in contact with them already. For Bane


    Corporation to barge in like this it was not that they couldn’t afford to offend the Jared Group, but it just


    wasn’t worth it for a project the size of FreshBite.


    Olivia was taken aback.


    She didn’t want Wayne to know about her involvement in this project.


    “It’s a medium–sized project. No need to waste everyone’s time talking about it during the board


    meeting. If you have questions, feel free to email me, and I’ll get back to you as soon as possible.”


    In reality, Olivia was well aware of how many established enterprises in the country were eagerly trying


    to transform themselves.


    If FreshBite turned out to be a sessful case, it could lead to even better and more powerful business


    opportunities for her.


    Not only would she gain more money, but she’d also get ess to the powerfulwork and resources


    of the old money.


    “Président Silverman, I believe Bane Corporation doesn’t need to offend the Jared Group just for a


    medium–sized project like this,” said the person who disregarded Olivia and looked straight at Wayne


    instead.


    “Is Jered Ventures under the Jared Group?” Wayne asked, sounding indifferent.


    Over the past few years, as Bane Corporation’s business empire expanded and more business


    operations were added, Wayne had met Hria a few times in public.


    However…


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    Maybe it was because of Rosalynn that Hria had always been cold to him, ignoring him whenever


    possible, even rejecting his coborative proposals twice.


    Olivia tried to say something, but she was interrupted. “While Jered Ventures is not technically under


    the Jared Group, its founder, Gabrie, is Hria’s youngest son’s only daughter and has long been


    raised as the Jared Group’s heir.”


    Wayne had never been interested in the secrets and scandals of these prestigious families.


    With his now distant rtionship with Jacob, no one was around anymore to share these gossips with


    him.


    “What does it matter who their boss is if we’repeting fairly?” Olivia snapped, uncharacteristically.


    Ms. Whaley had always been known for her gentleness, just like Secretary Tesdal before.


    Just like that, a debate about whether the project was worth doing or not ignited.


    After listening to several rounds, Wayne grew irritated and tapped the table lightly.


    The meeting room fell silent immediately, and everyone looked at Wayne.


    “Has Bane Corporation secured the project already?” Wayne asked, raising an eyebrow.


    “Not yet,” Olivia replied.


    “Then what exactly are you all fighting about?” Wayne questioned coldly, “Do you think Bane


    Corporation is so powerful that you guys cannd any project you want?”


    The room was dead silent.


    “If I remember correctly,st year’s project win rate was less than 50%,” Wayne continued, ncing


    over the crowd, “Since Ms. Whaley already started working on this project, she should fight for it. If


    Jered Ventures can’t cut it and loses to Bane Corporation, then there’s nothing to worry about with their


    heir. But if Bane Corporation loses to Jered, then you won’t have to worry about Bane Corporation


    making enemies with the Jared Group.”


    Olivia couldn’t be prouder. In her eyes, Wayne was supporting her.


    Once the meeting ended, Wayne left the conference room first, followed closely by Olivia.


    It was as if she wanted to show the entirepany’s shareholders just how close she was to Wayne