CHAPTER HUNDRED AND SIXTY - EIGHT - THE VOTE OF NO CONFIDENCE.

There seemed to be a collective decision, one mind, as one by one, the members of the board stood, their faces grim with determination. "I second the motion for a vote of no confidence," said the first board member, her voice resolute. "As do I," chimed in another, his tone equally determined. The chairman of the board rose from his seat, his face grave. "In light of the evidence presented, and in consideration of the best interests of the company, I hereby call for a vote of no confidence in Mr. Alvarez Garcia. All in favor, please raise your hands." As one, the board members lifted their hands, their votes unanimous. Mateo who had been quite all this while, looked around with a smug smile on his face. It was done. They had pulled it off. His eyes collided with Sergio's and Rafael's from across the room, and they nodded at each other. An acknowledgement of a job well done. Alvarez stood rooted to the spot, his face a mask of shock and disbelief. "This can't be happening," he