Chapter 1023 Someone in the Shadows (XVII)

• “Regal Peaks is at a life-or-death crossroads right now. We have to burn the ships and place a bet—slim hope, sure, but it’s still hope. If we just let things slide, any rival could stir the pot, or one more freak accident could wipe out the nest egg you’re counting on for retirement.” Malcom Sawyer was exhausted, but he kept pushing, voice raw with pleading.
• What came back at him was a heavier blow. Another shareholder stood up and said, “But this mess is on you, Malcom. We warned you ages ago—don’t gamble like that. These projects are big, fine, but did you ever think about risk? You should have seen today coming. You should have steered clear. You already made one mistake. You cannot make another. Malcom, you’re the boss of Regal Peaks. You owe it to every shareholder and every employee. You can’t play games with our interests. We’re firmly against your plan. We can’t pour the last lifeline cash into a bottomless pit.”
• His words sparked a chorus of echoes. Looking around, not a single person stood with Malcom Sawyer.