Chapter 96: Regrets

Rick's POV: The room went silent, and the board members were clearly taken aback by Rick's sudden announcement. "You're firing Bethany?" The chairman said, his voice incredulous. "Just like that?" Rick shrugged, as if it were no big deal. "I'm the owner of the company," he said. "I can do what I want." The board members exchanged glances again, and the tension in the room was palpable. "With all due respect," the chairman said, his voice carefully measured. "Firing Bethany would be a mistake. She's been a valuable member of this team. And I don't think you're giving her the credit she deserves." Rick crossed his arms and leaned back in his chair, a defiant look on his face. "I don't need to give her credit," he said. "I don't answer to anyone but myself." The room was silent again, and the tension was still thick in the air. The board members looked at each other, clearly taken aback by Rick's abrupt dismissal. But they knew better than to argue with him. One by one, t