The Enticing CEO’s Chosen Bride
Chapter 1483

Chapter 1483

“This project is massive, so we need to tread lightly! First, we gotta replace the perfect spot to test itout, see if it's a go or a no-go, and which parts need tweaking. We need to consider how to recoupthe money. This would make it easier for us to carry out the project. How many things should we bemindful of? If this is all Greek to you, Ms. Alonso, maybe you should sit this one out. Chill and enjoylife, and let the pros handle it, okay?" Wendy swallowed the anger that was bubbling up because of the top brass looking down on herand retorted, "First off, this project was chosen because it's got a high chance of success. If it wasrisky, why would we pour so much energy into it? If it was chosen for development in the first place,it means it's worth it, right? And of course, we're gonna get our money back! Why worry about it?We've got 20 billion for the initial fund, isn't that enough to kick off a few projects at once?” "Every investment carries risks, and being overly optimistic in business is a bad move. You're notconsidering any unexpected situations or risks! Ms. Alonso, you've been butting heads with Ms.Summers from Starlight International for so long, haven't you learned anything? You always thinkyou can outdo everyone else, never considering the possibility of failure, and that's why you alwaysfall flat on your face, with no backup plan... A tough experience should make you smarter, but Ms.Alonso, you just don't get it!” Wendy, struggling to contain her anger, looked downright scary. "You've been in the business foryears, how come you don't have the guts to take on big projects?” “You…” Wendy's words were dripping with sarcasm and mockery, showing no respect for the company's topbrass. Cole's face was turning an ashen color. "Dad, since the 20 billion is not a problem, I think we should wrap up the project as soon aspossible. You know Peck Innovations is working on a similar project. If we keep dragging our feet,they might beat us to it…” “We shouldn't rush into this project! If the quality isn't up to snuff, or if any problems arise…” “You think I would mess up a 20 billion project?” Wendy cut him off, the top brass couldn't take it anymore, and slammed his fist on the table,

standing up. “Stop talking rubbish if you don't know anything! We need to be extra careful precisely because it'sa 20 billion investment! I heard Mr. Alonso is planning to hand over the Alonso Corporation to Wendy? With her like this,Alonso Corporation is doomed! Let me tell you this, if you do hand over Alonso Corporation to Wendy, don't blame me for notwarning you when problems arise!” Wendy was shaking with rage before Cole could speak, she retorted, "Don't worry, those days areover!" She paused, then smirked. "Because I'll fire you before you have the chance to leave!" Cole slammed his hand on the table. "Wendy! Shut up!" A company's existence and growth weren't just up to them. These top executives had devoted theirlives to the Alonso Corporation. Sure, they might have had some personal interests, but that wasnot the end of the world. Cole was worried that if he left the company to Wendy, she would not be able to handle it. He washoping to ask these top executives to look after Wendy in the future. But Wendy just rejected themoutright. However, Wendy wasn't swayed by Cole's anger, she continued, "Dad, the Alonso Corporation willbe mine sooner or later. If they're against me now, I can't guarantee they won't stab me in the backwhen I take over the company. So, why not fire them in advance…" Several top executives in the room stood up upon hearing this. "Cole, I really got a taste of Wendy's capabilities today! So, let's get this straight today, are youreally going to hand over the Alonso Corporation to Wendy? If so, I'm officially quitting today toavoid being kicked out by her later. I've worked at Alonso Corporation for most of my life, and I don'twant to leave in disgrace!” Cole looked grim. "Gordon…" Wendy cut in again. "Dad, if he can threaten you now, it means he can threaten me in the future.Since he's brought it up now, let's just agree. The Alonso Corporation can run without him." Cole looked even grimmer, his face twitching. "Wendy…"

Suddenly, the office door flung open. Everyone turned to look at the door, to see the secretarystanding there, looking flustered. The secretary glanced at everyone in the room and paused for amoment. Grace, who had been holding Wendy's wheelchair, was startled by the sudden noise. Seeing it wasthe secretary, she clutched her chest, angrily saying, "Do you have any manners?! Do you think youcan just barge into the chairman's office?! Are you an idiot, not knowing there are other people inthe office?!” The secretary bit her lip, standing at the door looking at Cole. After hesitating for a while, shenervously said, "Mr. Alonso…" Cole knew his secretary was competent, seeing her like this, he suppressed his anger, and askedseriously, "What happened?" The secretary nervously said, "There's a problem with the funds from Ava's family's investment." Cole frowned, "What's going on?" "The news is on TV. Viscount Rhys has called for a press conference. And…” She didn't continue,her gaze shifting to Wendy. Her expression was complicated. Cole didn't wait to hear more, he immediately turned on the TV in the office. Every major financialchannel was reporting the same news. The news clip showed Rhys holding a press conference. He made it crystal clear that Ava's family had straight-up pulled the plug on their funding for theAlonso Corporation. Under media grilling, all he offered was that Ava's family's finances had hit a bitof a snag, and they wouldn't be making any investments for a while. No matter how hard the reporters prodded, Rhys played dumb. This bombshell news sent the whole office into a deathly silence. The only sound that cut throughthe quiet was the grating voice of the reporter on the news. The remote in Cole's hand hit the deck. And he himself suddenly sank into his chair.