Revenge is Best Served After Reborn (James) novel Chapter 844

As soon as the words left her lips, the room felt like it was encased in ice.

Vanessa locked eyes with Colby, fully aware of how crucial the White family's international influence was to him, and even more so, how hard Colby had fought to get to his current position. She couldn't wrap her head around the idea that Colby would throw it all away for just one woman.

Sophie, taking in Vanessa's confident stance, allowed herself a slight smile. Poor Vanessa, coddled by Mr. Elwood all these years, was completely clueless about the cutthroat world outside. Right now, Vanessa had no more cards to play against Colby.

"And where's your evidence?" Sophie asked slowly.

Vanessa frowned. "What evidence are you talking about?"

"The additional condition you mentioned Mr. Elwood set for Colby before his passing. You’ve been insisting that Mr. Elwood required Colby to marry you to entrust the family business to him. You should present some form of proof to substantiate that Mr. Elwood indeed made such a request. Otherwise, it looks like you're just using this to force Colby into marriage because you have feelings for him, right?"

"You..." Vanessa's voice was earnest. "My father made this request when he was on his deathbed. I was there, and so was Colby!"

"Just the two of you?" Sophie asked, feigning concern. "That's tricky. With both of you giving conflicting accounts and both being involved, it’s hard to know who to believe. Is there any other evidence to support your claim? Perhaps a witness? Or a contract signed by Mr. Elwood while he was alive?"

As Sophie spoke, Vanessa's expression grew more troubled. All of Mr. Elwood's promises were verbal; nothing was written into his will.

They were just showing up now to grab a piece of the pie.

Sophie smiled slightly. "I think everyone should carefully consider their options. With Colby in charge, we’re guaranteed a substantial income each year. But if you choose a new leader, earning money might not be as easy."

Sophie's words made some of men waver. They hadn't really intended to dethrone Colby but were just there to appease some of the White family elders. If Colby stepped down, they could please the White family elders. If Colby remained in power, they’d just attended the shareholder meeting without any loss.

Moreover, Vanessa's demeanor had been that of an inexperienced young girl, hardly intimidating to them, let alone to a seasoned warrior like Colby.