Chapter 563
Trading My Ex for His Uncle
Nyla felt a mix of emotions, unsure of what to do. Oliver had done so much for her, bearing immense. pressure, yet he had never mentioned it to her. Wh If Bailey refused to help, Nyla would continue seeking her out until she agreed. With this thought, she felt a sense of clarity.
âOliver, thank you!â she exclaimed.
âI told you not to say thank you,â he replied.
âThis is the last time, I promise!â Nyla insisted.
Oliver chuckled. âOkay, Iâll trust you one more time. I have work to do, so Iâll stop talking now. Goodnight.â
After hanging up, his secretary spoke quietly. âMr. Raynor, the shareholders still wonât leaveâ¦â
Without replying, Oliver put away his phone and walked into the meeting room with a serious expression.
As soon as he entered, the shareholders began voicing their displeasure.
âOliver, youâve let the company get into such a mess over a woman. What were you thinking?â one shareholder demanded, slamming his hand on the ta âThis loss isnât small. You need to give us an explanation!â another chimed in.
Il find a way Oliver clenched his fists, trying to suppress his inner fury. âThis is just a temporary setback. Iâll to resolve it.â
Another shareholder stood up, his tone icy. âOliver, stop giving us excuses! Your personal feelings are g the companyâs interests. You need to provide a clear solution, or weâll demand a change in management!â
t Oliver took a deep breath and met their gazes with resolve. âI understand your concerns and anger, but please trust me. Iâm actively seeking solutions, and negotiations with several partners are already underway. Weâll recover the losses soon.â
*Easier said than done! The first angry shareholder scoffed. âIf you canât solve this crisis, you should resign!â
Oliver gritted his teeth. âFine. If I canât resolve this crisis, Iâll take responsibility. But until then, please give me some time and space.â
After the meeting ended, Oliver returned to his office, exhausted, and rubbed his temples. Suddenly, his phone rang Glancing at the caller ID, he frownedâit was Damon.
âMr. Raynor, consider this a warning. If you stay out of my business with Nyla, I can let you off the hook and wonât target your company.â Damonâs voice sounded cold and arrogant.
Oliver tightened his grip on the phone, his teeth clenched. âDamon, youâre dreaming if you think Iâll agree to that!â
Damon chuckled mockingly. âYouâre really stubborn. Iâm curiousâwhatâs more important to you, your company or that woman?â
With that, he hung up.
Oliver slammed his phone on the desk in frustration. Rage coursed through himâno matter what, he wouldnât give up on Nyla.
Just then, there was a gentle knock on the office door, and his secretary entered cautiously. âMr. Raynor, we just received word from our partnersâ
they want to reconsider the cooperation.â
Oliver wearily waved his hand. âI understand. You can leave now.â
After the secretary left, he gazed out at the cityscape, his resolve hardening