When Her "Death" Couldn't Break Him

Chapter 1692 A Fight For The Company

Cassandra, what's the matter?" Queenie's tone was cal, though she already knew the reason for the call.

Cassandra tried to sound composed. "Mom, why did you bring Cecilia into the company and let her take over all the business affairs?"

"I didn't think I needed to explain," Queenie replied bluntly, "Ceci will take over the company in the future. You should support her."

A chill ran through Cassandra at her mother's words.

She opened her mouth to argue, but Ralph subtly motioned for her to restrain herself. Taking a deep breath, she softened her tone. "I understand, Mom. Cecilia is your biological daughter, and it's natural for you to pass the company to her. But she's inexperience. Putting her in charge now might cause resentment among the staff."

"She's here to learn," Queenie replied sharply. "I've already spoken with the team, and no one will dare go against her. Unless... are you the one who's not happy with my decision?"

Caught off guard, Cassandra stammered, "O-Of course not."

"Good. My health has been worsening. From now on, I'm counting on you to ensure things run smoothly.

Don't disappoint me."

Without waiting for a reply, Queenie ended the call. She set her phone down, sorrow filling her eyes.

On the other end, Cassandra was trembling with anger, her teeth clenched. She lowered her voice, her words laced with venom. "That old hag is unbelievable. Now that she has her own daughter, she's completely cast me aside. And she expects me to help Cecilia? She must be out of her mind! Why won't she just die already?"

Ralph quickly pulled her aside, away from prying ears. In the quiet corner, he spoke calmly. "Cassandra, you need to stay composed. Queenie's time is running out. And Cecilia? She's new to all of this. She doesn't know anything about how the Jamieson family works. Once Queenie's out of the picture, it'll be easy to have her under control."

Cassandra shook her head. "No, that won't work. Queenie's too shrewd-she's probably already tampered with her will. The only way to ensure my place is to get rid of Cecilia altogether."

Her eyes hardened, a fierce determination gleaming within them.

"Dad," she said firmly, "you have to help me this time. I have to become the Jamieson family's heir-no matter what."

Ralph gave a slight nod. "All right," he agreed without hesitation.

Only then did Cassandra let out a slow breath, her rage momentarily tempered. Putting on a composed façade, she accompanied Cecilia and the others to the conference room.noveldrama

As the new CEO officially took charge, whispers began to ripple through the employees.

"I can't believe it! The new CEO is actually Mdm. Queenie's biological daughter, not Cassandra."

"An adopted daughter is just that-adopted. You never really know where their loyalties lie."

"Exactly," someone added. "Thank goodness Cassandra didn't get the position. If she had, we'd all be in big trouble."

The quiet buzz of gossip reached Cassandra's ears, only fueling her simmering anger.

After the meeting concluded, Cassandra wasted no time contacting her allies. She reached out to Miranda, who had been a close collaborator in the past.

"Miranda," Cassandra said, her tone measured, "I helped you before. Now it's time for you to return the favor."

Miranda, who had her own reasons to resent-Gecilia's rise, didn't hesitate. She understood well that Cecilia's control over the Jamieson Group would do them no favors.

"Of course," Miranda said smoothly. "We're on the same side, after all.”

The day at the company had been nothing short of a storm.

If Queenie hadn't warned her beforehand, Cecilia's first day might have ended in disaster.