Chapter 548
A group of women were absolutely fuming because of Elysia!
It seemed like Elysia had not only humiliated them but was now flaunting her happiness in the most infuriating way!
Before any of them could say a word, four little ones noticed the commotion and ran over, “Mommy p>
Emmett clung tightly to Elysia’s hand, standing by her side.
Elliot, Evan, and Emmett lined up in front of Elysia, eyes glaring at the group of high-society ladies as if they were guardians.
Despite their young ages, their stares were intimidating enough to send a clear message:
Stay away from our Mom!
Dare to touch our Mom and see what happens!
Want to be cut off from the Bradford family? We can arrange that in a heartbeat!
The ladies were speechless p>
Elysia, looking at her brave sons, felt an immense sense of pride and told the envious Allegra and her entourage,
“Seeing how pitiful you all look, let me give you some friendly advice. You really don’t want to mess with me. I’ve got my kids and my man to back me up.
If you mess with me, they’ll get mad, and trust me, they won’t just be exchanging words with you p>
With that proudly said, Elysia, in high spirits, led her children to continue their afternoon enjoying some cupcakes.
The group of women, grinding their teeth, watched her leave, seething with rage!
They had come to pick a fight with Elysia but ended up swallowing their own anger.
But with Elijah around, they dared not escalate things further and could only stew in their frustration!
Meanwhile, the downstairs bustle contrasted sharply with the quiet study upstairs, where only Tarquin and Gideon were present. Tarquin, taking matters into his own hands, printed a document and tossed it in front of Gideon.
Gideon’s eyes widened in disbelief, “Share transfer agreement p>
Tarquin, legs crossed and leaning back in his chair, reminded him,
“Elysia’s medical bills p>
Gideon was stunned. He knew Tarquin wouldn’t let the day’s events slide, but he never expected him to demand shares!
He could have handled a demand for a hefty sum, but shares were a whole different ballgame!
1% of the shares alone brought in millions in dividends annually, not to mention 2 p>
Besides, shares weren’t just about money; they represented a say in the company’s affairs.
Tarquin already owned 69% of the shares, while Gideon’s totaled less than 20%, with the rest scattered among the board and other Bradford family members.
Even Allegra and Verity from the Bradford family each only held 2 p>
Others in the Bradford family didn’t even have 1 p>
And with the Bradford Group thriving, everyone was clutching their shares tightly, making it nearly impossible to acquire more at this time!
Tarquin asking for 2% out of the blue was… unthinkable!
Why didn’t he just outright kill him instead p>
Gideon steadied himself, trying to contain his anger, and said,
“Tarquin, you’ve got this all wrong. You know our family tradition of sole inheritance. Elijah, being the sole heir of the Bradfords, couldn’t be left to fend for himself.
It was only right for Elijah to be with you until your accident. After that, I had no choice but to bring him back to the family mansion for his safety.
After all, too many are out to harm him, and Elysia, just an ordinary woman, couldn’t possibly protect him. That’s why I stepped in.
I’m sorry she got hurt, but these shares… Come on, you already own so much. Do you really need to squeeze out my grandfather’s last bit?” Tarquin’s smirk was tinged with scorn,
“No need for such a long explanation. Those shares aren’t for me; they’re for Elysia.” Gideon was taken aback, even more shocked, “You’re asking for shares for Elysia p>
“Yes, she was injured and bled today; you’re responsible p>
Gideon, brows furrowed, struggled to understand,
“You… you’ve really fallen for her p>