Chapter 53

From the moment the board's decision was announced, Cedric had lost whatever leverage he thought he had. The security guards weren't worried about him anymore and felt no need to sugarcoat their words. Cedric was furious. A mere security guard speaking to him like this? "Fine. Just wait. I'll get Ms. Payne down here to handle you personally," Cedric spat, reaching for his phone. But before he could even start dialing her number, Grace stepped through the growing crowd. "No need," she said sharply. "Lettie is already on her way." She then shot Cedric a withering look. "Cedric, you're really shameless. Take your family and leave before this gets any worse." Upon hearing this, Valda immediately jumped in, her voice shrill with indignation. "How dare you talk to us like that? We're just trying to help the company! Ms. Farmer, don't forget—we're part of this too! When Ms. Payne brought us in, she promised security for our roles!" Valda's dramatic display drew more onlook