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“What does that mean? If it’s true, are they indirectly admitting that Royce has passed away?”
“Probably. Only after his death would the old man have the power to distribute these idle shares.”
“So who’s the old man planning to distribute these stocks to?”
“Who knows? Let’s wait and see who’s attending the shareholders‘ meeting. Maybe the old man will have a change
of heart and give the shares back to the CEO But let’s see if he shows up today.”
A crowd of people with cameras waited at the entrance, watching the comings and goings of the company
employees. They had done their homework on who the major and minor shareholders of the Harper Group were,
but in the end, they didn’t see Damon or even Nathan The last shareholder to appear was Yasmine, who had just
received a small amount of shares.c2
The reporters swarmed around her
“Madam Yasmine, what are your thoughts on this shareholders meeting regarding the Harper Group’s stock
allocation?”
“We heard it’s about reallocating Mr. Royce’s shares, is that true?”
“Do you think there will be any changes in the Harper Group’s top management after this shareholders meeting?”
Yasmine s expression and tone were as calm as ever.
“Idle gossip There won’t be any changes”
Her succinct response left the reporters somewhat embarrassed.
“So is the Harper family indirectly admitting that Royce and his wife are likely deceased?”
Yasmine. “My last name isn’t Harper. I don’t know about such internal matters
“Who do you think Mr Royce’s shares will likely be allocated to?”
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtYasmine showed impatience, “I hope it’s me.”
Such a direct response, but everyone could tell that she was clearly impatient. Given her contentious relationship
with the Harper family patriarch, this was not even a possibility
Yasmine’s words, coupled with the cold and distant aura she exuded, made them all tactfully step aside.
Only after Yasmine had entered the building did the reporters sigh.
“True to her relation with Ms Summers, their aura is simply powerful
“Yeah, there’s just something about them that’s so captivating”
True, they do have royal blood”
In the top–floor conference room, the shareholders began to take their seats one after another. Even the
company’s top executives were present, the conference room that could accommodate nearly dozens of people
still seemed somewhat empty.
Yasmine found a seat nearby and quietly listened to the surrounding shareholders and executives discussing
“Is Damon not coming today? His shares haven’t been formally transferred, right?”
“But Nathan isn’t here either, I heard that today they re distributing the shares held by Royce, if the two sons aren’t
here, where will these shares go?”
“Who do you think is arranging this shareholders‘ meeting?”
You mean Mr Robin? But he’s already the largest shareholder in the Group”
“But in terms of actual exercise of power, he doesn’t have much. Grabbing more shares is like flexing his muscles.
Besides, who ever has too much money? These are shares of the Harper Group. Don’t you want them?”
“You’re dreaming
“It seems that this shareholders‘ meeting is also a complete recognition of Mr. Robin. As for the Harpers, I really
don’t know where they’ll go in the future”
“But did Royce really die?”
“Sigh. Otherwise these shares wouldn’t be idle.”
Yasmin listened from the side, a faint smile tugging at her lips
Not long after, Robin and Presley appeared in the conference room. They each had different expressions as they
surveyed the room. The old man was huffing and puffing, sitting in the main seat with a grim expression
Fortunately, everyone was used to his usual demeanor Even the company’s veterans had rarely seen the old man
smile in several decades.
Upon closer examination, aside from Robin, there weren’t many people in the Harper family who greeted others
with a smile every day. It seemed like a competition, each colder than the last
The meeting time had arrived, and Presley sat in the main seat, silent for nearly ten minutes, with no movement at
the conference room door
Robin sneered inwardly, unsure who the old man was stubbornly waiting for “Dad, it’s time to start.”
Presley couldn’t find any fault with Robin. He pursed his lips and slowly began to speak
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“We have two matters for today’s meeting. First, the redistribution of shares, and second, the comprehensive
forecast and ranking analysis before the Global Economic Summit.”
Everyone nodded in agreement.
The Global Economic Summit was indeed the top priority. The world ranking was undoubtedly the most
authoritative endorsement. It was also the most direct way to demonstrate the Harper family’s pivotal position
internationally
The Harpers had been leading the way in the previous years. But in recent years, being pushed off the top spot was
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmboth regrettable and reluctant for
them
“Let’s first look at the Global Economic Summit, and roughly estimate the Harper Group’s overall performance this
year. What position do we expect to hold in various rankings? Also, what other companies might make the list”
“We’ve already made a rough estimate with the appraisers, as of last month, the Harper family’s total income has
grown by five percentage points compared to last year Amongst the many international corporations, we can
definitely hold a leading position.”
The old man’s expression finally improved a little. Very good. What rank do we expect to achieve?”
“Well, it’s tough to say as Obsidian has been dominating the field for the past few years. Besides, they’re
notoriously secretive, so it’s impossible to dig up much information, let alone exact figures. But they’re either the
first or the second, no doubt about it
As Presley’s expression grew tenser, the top executive in the room wisely chose not to continue speaking.
“Which companies might show up at this year’s international summit?”
The executive’s face started to bead with sweat. He glanced at Yasmine, who had remained silent throughout, and
cleared his throat.
The corporate rankings might include Peck Innovations from P City the Witt family from R City. In terms of individual
wealth, aside from our own Harper chairman, there’s the head of the Tretton family, the Witt family, and Ms.
Yasmine. Ms. Summers. These are all givens.”
Givens, which meant they must be ranked highly
The sudden emergence of new faces was likely to be the focus of attention, which would undoubtedly revolve
around Yasmine and Chloe. Presley’s face remained gloomy, and Robin’s gaze floated to Yasmine, who had yet to
utter a word. His expression was grim
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