Chapter 325
Chapter 325:
Others harboring resentment added their voices to the chorus, treating Gabriela’s month-long absence as an unforgivable transgression.
Gabriela waited patiently for their mockery to exhaust itself, then offered a subtle smile. “Since I joined the company, you’ve done nothing but issue demands. Now I have a question for you. If I secure Bradly’s project, I win. So what’s your penalty p>
Trenton responded without hesitation. “Should you actually secure this project, I will publicly acknowledge your leadership before our employees. But if you fail, you’re out of the company. You should return home to embrace marriage and motherhood p>
The remaining executives echoed similar sentiments with eager agreement. “Indeed, Miss Haynes, your beauty is undeniable. Securing a suitable husband should pose no challenge whatsoever p>
“The CEO position carries immense stress. Once married, you could remain at home, supporting your husband and nurturing children, rather than squandering our valuable time p>
Gabriela’s gaze moved deliberately from Trenton to the other two executives. “And what about you? Do you share this sentiment p>
They bobbed their heads with emphatic agreement. “Absolutely p>
They harbored absolute certainty that Gabriela could never possibly obtain that contract.
Gabriela turned toward Kaleb, her smile brightening. “Uncle Kaleb, you witnessed their declarations. Please serve as my witness p>
Kaleb offered his silent nod of confirmation.
Without ceremony, Gabriela retrieved Bradly’s signed contract, passing it to the secretary for circulation among the group.
𝘙𝘦𝘢𝖽 𝖿𝗋еe 𝗻o𝗏𝗲𝗅𝘀 𝘰𝘯 ѕ.𝘤om
The executives stared in stunned disbelief after examining the document. “Bradly actually signed this agreement with us p>
Gabriela nodded, her smile radiating warmth. “Determination opens every door p>
Trenton’s complexion drained to an ashen pallor. Gabriela had already secured the contract, yet she sat there allowing their ridicule to wash over her without resistance. They had just proclaimed such bold declarations and found themselves instantly proven wrong. Would they truly honor their word and publicly acknowledge her leadership?
“You proposed this wager of your own volition. You’ve examined the contract. It bears genuine validity and legal weight.” Kaleb rose from his chair, fixing them with an unwavering stare. “Honor your commitment and acknowledge her leadership publicly p>
Trenton and his allies visibly floundered, stammering incoherently while refusing to initiate the promised acknowledgment.
Gabriela harbored no real intention of forcing them to acknowledge her leadership. After allowing several minutes to pass, she spoke with composed dignity. “You represent the company’s seasoned veterans. How could I truly compel you to make such public acknowledgments? Let’s treat this entire exchange as jest and move forward. However, I hope you now comprehend that whatever achievements men can claim, women can match with equal prowess. Therefore, cease using the tired excuse that women should simply remain home with children to diminish our worth. Such thinking only exposes your profound ignorance p>
Gabriela’s words carried devastating power, leaving the executives red-faced and utterly speechless.
Within hours, they became the center of relentless office speculation. Employees whispered privately about their failure to honor their wager. Gabriela’s declaration spread like wildfire, earning heartfelt admiration from every female colleague, while most male colleagues found themselves respecting her newfound authority.
The disgraced executives pretended deafness to the surrounding chatter. Although breaking their sworn word brought deep shame, they absolutely could not fulfill their public acknowledgment as promised. At best, they would avoid Gabriela’s presence in the future, exercising extreme caution to never provoke her again.
Gabriela thoroughly cemented her position within Haynes Group, and this remarkable news traveled swiftly to Wesley’s attention.
Following Billy’s detailed report, Wesley’s lips curved into a subtle smile. “She possesses remarkable capability indeed p>
Billy spoke with genuine conviction. “Miss Haynes demonstrates exceptional intelligence p>
Gabriela’s abilities had consistently left profound impressions on everyone who encountered them.
Recalling the mesmerizing depth of Gabriela’s eyes, Wesley found himself musing aloud. “Our company currently has a project seeking the perfect partner. Accompany me for a visit to Haynes Group p>
Billy followed Wesley out in contemplative silence.
With a coveted project from Apex Group at stake, countless companies would wage brutal battles for the opportunity to secure it. Wesley instead chose to cooperate with an insignificant company like the Haynes Group — clearly, it was simply his excuse to see Gabriela again.