Adorable Kids Asking for Bear Hug novel Chapter 1077

As soon as Liam asked the question, the complexion on Albert's face instantly became unnatural.

Upon seeing the situation, Liam continued to inquire, “Albert, if you truly believe that the company is going under, don't just sell your shares alone. Mr. Wheeler and all these other directors enjoy a good relationship with you too!”

Once these words were spoken, there was no doubt that Albert was put on the spot.

A few people who were close to him immediately looked at him and asked, “Albert, is this really true?”

“Mr. Leedon, what is your agenda?”

“It seems that Albert has done quite well in maintaining his relationships!”

At that moment, everyone was speaking one after another, making Albert feel as if he was caught between a rock and a hard place.

Albert was taken aback for a moment, then quickly responded, “I was in urgent need of money a while ago, so I had to sell some shares!” As he spoke, he immediately turned his gaze to Liam. “Is there something wrong with that?”

“Of course, you're free to do that.” Liam nodded in agreement as he listened.

However, upon hearing this, the other shareholders scoffed. Clearly, no one believed his excuse.

“Old Mr. Hamilton, let's get back to the point. Such a large corporation cannot remain leaderless forever. If it comes to it, we should simply vote and see who can take charge,” Albert said, showing his urgency.

“Voting is undoubtedly the fairest and most just method...” said Liam.

“So, does that mean you agree?” Albert asked immediately.

“Had you not sold those shares, I might have been able to agree to your proposal today. But since you've done so, I'm afraid I can't consent to it!” said Liam.

“What... What do you mean?”

At that moment, Liam's gaze was fixed intently on one individual seated within the crowd. Since their arrival, this person had been sitting silently, seemingly inconspicuous. However, from the moment the latter entered, they had already caught Liam's attention.

“If I had truly agreed to this vote today, I fear the company would change ownership and be handed over to someone else!” Liam said while staring directly at the crowd.

In response, Natasha followed Liam's gaze and only then did she notice the person sitting amidst the crowd.

Upon seeing him, her eyes narrowed slightly.

At that moment, Zachary, who was seated at the back, also lifted his gaze toward them.

In the moment he locked eyes with Natasha, his gaze held an indescribable complexity.

As Natasha stared back at him, she was seemingly struck by an epiphany.

After a brief surprise, Natasha casually averted her gaze, as if she didn't recognize him at all.

Her seeing him yet paying him no heed filled Zachary's heart with indescribable complexity and discomfort.

He would rather have Natasha hate him ignoring his existence.

A few seconds passed, yet it felt like an eternity.

Unaware of the situation, Albert confronted Liam. “What do you mean by that? Are you doubting me?”

“What do you think?” Liam retorted.

Albert became even more dissatisfied as he stared at Liam. “Old Mr. Hamilton, it's rather disappointing to hear you say this. All these years, I've been diligently working for the company. Not only do you doubt me, but you also need to understand that I'm not speaking up for just one person. I'm speaking for all our shareholders. Are you suggesting that everyone is planning to betray the company?”

Liam looked at him in silence.

“Moreover, the company has grown beyond the personal property of the Hamilton family, it belongs to everyone...”

“Mr. Leedon, I presumed?” Suddenly, Natasha spoke.

Clearly taken aback, Albert glanced at her, then affirmed, “That's correct.”

“Do you still need money?” Natasha asked directly.