Chapter 1499: Confusion
Chapter 1499: Confusion
Ayan''s words were sharp, filled with a fierceness that made it impossible to meet his eyes.
The group stood there, speechless and motionless, unsure of what to say, maintaining a silent
presence.
Perhaps due to the prolonged silence, Ayan found the situation uninteresting. He calmly spoke,
"Since none of you have anything to say, I will take it as you have no objections to the rumors
online. If there is nothing else, feel free to go about your own business."
With that, Ayan walked into his office without giving anyone a chance to respond.
The office door closed behind him, with two bodyguards stationed outside.
The group exchanged nces, their eyes reflecting a sense of helplessness.
They wanted to speak up, but seeing the imposing figures of the bodyguards made them lose their
words.
Inside the office,
Camille sat on the sofa, observing the situation outside and listening to Ayan''s words.
She waited for Ayan to approach her.
Their gaze met, with Ayan showing concern as he approached Camille, asking softly, "Are you
okay?"
Camille smiled softly and replied in a low voice, "What do you think?"
In truth, Camille was still in a state of confusion. The sudden turn of events left her unable to
process everything, hence, shecked any strong emotions at the moment.
Seeing Camille''s ability to joke amidst the chaos eased Ayan''s worries. He whispered, "Is it time to
head home? Shall we leave after work?"
Camille asked, "Don''t they want to see me outside? Don''t you want to see them?"
Ayan replied, "I don''t think they want to anymore."
With a smile, Camille reached out her hand for Ayan to hold, standing up from the sofa. She then
turned to Horace''s secretary and said, "Thank you for today."
"It''s my duty," Horace''s secretary replied, bowing respectfully.
Ayan and Camille left the office hand in hand. The crowd gathered at the entrance had not
dispersed yet, as it had only been a couple of minutes.
Upon seeing Camille, the initial reaction of the onlookers was to approach and ask questions.
However, the bodyguards blocked their path, leaving them speechless.
Camille found this situation somewhat amusing. In a subtle move unseen by the others, she lightly
scratched Ayan''s palm and whispered, "Can I say something?"
Ayan understood her intentions and nodded.
Camille looked back at the shareholders, with whom she had recently met during a shareholder
meeting to acquire Brody''s shares. Some were absent, likely due to their allegiance to either her or
Grace''s uncle.
Addressing the shareholders, Camille asked, "Are you curious if I will take over Armstrong Corp?"
Though phrased as a responsible question, Camille''s underlying inquiry was whether they believed
she nned to im ownership of Armstrong Corp.
However, such a direct approach would seem impolite in a gathering like this. Therefore, Camille
chose her words carefully, observing the shareholders'' reactions.
Her pointed questions elicited indirect responses, with one shareholder saying, "We are only
concerned about the situation of Armstrong Corp, especially during Mr. Burris''s absence. It''s
challenging to exin to the public, which raises suspicions about thepany."
Camille maintained her gaze on the shareholders, her eyes flickering with a subtle challenge. She
remarked, "Is this the consensus among all of you?"
She continued, "If I were in your shoes, I would focus on the dividends in hand. If your attention is
fixated on personnel changes within Armstrong Corp or the rtions within the Armstrong family,
perhaps it''s best for you to exit thepany. Constantly hoping for disruptions to boost the
company''s poprity is a wed mindset. Sesses from dedication to each project, not
seeking sensationalism."
Camille''s words drew some reactions, but she didn''t wait for a response. She dered, "As for my
role in thepany, we will convene a shareholder meeting tomorrow morning. I will reveal my
intentions then."
With that, Camille took Ayan''s hand and said, "Let''s go."
Ayan nodded and led her away.
Silence enveloped them until they reached the elevator. Camille sighed heavily, "I didn''t expect
Armstrong Corp to remain in such disarray. Despite warning them during the brink of bankruptcy,
they seem more focused on immediate gains than thepany''s future."
Failing to see beyond immediate gains would hinder apany''s long-term sess.
Camille sighed again, expressing her frustration.
Aware of her limitations in guiding everyone, she turned to Ayan, "Was it too early for me to speak?"
Even though she appeared to be in charge of Armstrong Corp, her heart wasn''t fully invested in the
company. Perhaps she needed Horace''s input to navigate this situation.
Ayan, observing her troubled expression, asked, "Are you regretting your words now?"
Camille pursed her lips, "I don''t regret it. I just fear they might think I''m speaking boldly because of
you."
Regardless of Ayan''s presence or their rtionship, Camille would say what she deemed
necessary. Though not emotionally attached to Armstrong Corp, she desired to assist Grace and
ensure thepany faced fewer obstacles in the future.
She contemted seeking Horace''s opinion, unsure of his thoughts on the matter.
Ayan watched her worried expression and murmured, "Once said, are you now having second
thoughts?"
Camille fell silent, pondering her actions.
"I have no regrets. I just worry that my confidence might be mistaken for arrogance, especially in
your presence," Camille finally expressed.
Regardless of whether Ayan is by her side or how her rtionship with him is, she will still say what
needs to be said.
Although Camille doesn''t have much emotional attachment to Armstrong Corp, at present, it''s only
her and Grace from the Armstrong family. She hopes to contribute in any way she can, without any
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