Chapter 264
Chapter 264:
Rosalie was oblivious to the flirtatious undertone in her words.
When presented with such an offer from a stunning woman, Ashton found no reason to decline and eagerly accepted.
Meanwhile, Jacoby was in a bind.
His scheme to undermine Rosalie’s project not only failed but also triggered severe backlash from online communities, thanks to Zeke’s scathing article. This negative press significantly hampered the progress of Sup Group’s branch company in Inewood.
Within days, numerous partners confirmed their withdrawal from investments.
Families that had been keen on collaborating also disappeared.
For days, Jacoby scarcely ventured outside until the chaos began to wane; only then did he feel safe enough to return to the office and brace for his family’s judgment.
As he entered the general manager’s office, Jacoby found his stern-faced brother occupying his chair.
Jacoby understood that his string of failures had caused Sup Group’s reputation in Inewood to plummet.
Consequently, his older brother, Beal Marquez, had no choice but to intervene directly to rectify the situation, accompanied by Fraser.
Upon seeing Jacoby finally muster the courage to face him, Beal immediately delivered several kicks to Jacoby. Jacoby, head bowed, remained silent and did not dare retaliate.
He knew all too well that his brother’s severity was meant to protect him.
After all, the true cause of his dread was Fraser, who stood silently by the wall.
𝓒𝓱𝓮𝓬𝓴 𝓲𝓷 𝓱𝓮𝓻𝓮: ⳑ𝗮𝗅𝗇𝗈ν𝖊𝗅𝘀⧼ⅽ𝗼𝗺⧽
Seeing Jacoby’s lack of resistance, Beal clenched his teeth and erupted in anger. “You’re absolutely useless! We went over the plan meticulously. How can you still fumble through the steps? If you weren’t my brother, I’d have tossed you into the sea for the fish to devour p>
Having chastised Jacoby, Beal turned toward Fraser with a deferential tone.
“Sir, I apologize for my brother’s failures. I beg you to spare his life. I will not object to any other punishment you deem fit p>
Anyone who knew Beal would find this scene astonishing. In stark contrast to the spoiled Jacoby, Beal was remarkably competent, having risen to general manager of Sup Group’s headquarters at a notably young age, poised for a bright future.
Yet here he was, a high-ranking corporate officer, showing respect for Fraser—a puzzling display of subservience.
Fraser, shedding his usual modest and scholarly demeanor, adopted a chilling expression, his eyes as piercing as a snake’s.
He briefly glanced at Jacoby and dismissed the matter. “Forget it. This mishap hasn’t jeopardized the essence of our plan. Let it be a lesson to him. However, both of you must collaborate with me to counter, perhaps even overthrow, Skyline Group and ensure no one sabotages my operations from the shadows. If your actions compromise our entire organization’s agenda, it won’t just be you two at risk. Your entire family will face peril p>