Chapter 70

"Joshua, do you know what happens to those who defy me?" Racquelle's fury was palpable as she pointed at me, aiming to humiliate me. "If you dare say no, just wait for your punishment!" Though I had grown accustomed to Racquelle's threats, I was no longer someone who would tolerate her insults and bullying without consequence. As vice chairman of Smith Group, I had responsibilities to uphold. I met her gaze calmly. "Is that so?" "Of course!" she shrieked, her rage building. "I told you to apologize, and you'd better do it immediately! Do you hear me?" I simply smiled and remained seated. Her eyes widened in disbelief. "Why aren't you getting up right now?" I gestured toward the stack of documents on my desk and grinned. "It seems it's my turn to give orders. You should do as I say." Racquelle's expression shifted dramatically as she furrowed her brow. "What do you mean?" I smiled and said confidently, "It's simple. I'm the vice chairman of the company now. You need to liste