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    Chapter 2396


    "He''s out on bail?" Grant asked, his voice was calm and indifferent.


    "Sir, I''m very sorry for the trouble I''ve caused, making you personally intervene," rice said cautiously, her nerves still rattled.


    "It was just a small favor, nothing more. I anticipated this would happen-you being summoned since the drugs found on Justin came from your hands."


    rice''s face darkened, her unease palpable. "That police officer, Jack... Is he one of ours? When he arrested Justin, he seemed so zealous. I thought you had already brought him to our side. But during my interrogation, his attitude was harsh, relentless, and usatory."


    "He works for Superintendent Donald. That connection is sufficient," Grant replied sinctly.


    rice pondered briefly, then lowered her voice. "Sir, the drug charge alone isn''t severe enough. It''s Justin''s first offense, and it won''t do much to him. He might even make bail in a day or two."


    Grant chuckled faintly. "And then?"


    "It''s a pity we didn''t strike hard enough to crush himpletely, to the point where he can never recover!" rice gritted her teeth.


    "Justin has Grandpa''s backing, and the Thompson family stands behind him as well. He''s deeply entrenched in Savrow, with vastworks and influence. He''s a formidable opponent," Grant said, his voice carrying a quiet, chilling amusement. "But for now, I''m only reiming what is rightfully mine. The rest will be handled in due course."


    rice knew exactly what Grant meant. What he wanted was everything Justin possessed.


    The next morning, The Salvador Corporation convened an emergency board meeting to discuss whether Justin should be removed from his position as president.


    The room was heavy with tension, as this decision was no small matter.


    Despite the gravity of the situation, Justin was not without supporters. Several board members stood firmly in his defense.


    "Mr. Salvador has devoted himself tirelessly to thepany over the years. The profits he''s helped us generate are secondary to how he''s elevated the Salvador Corporation to


    unprecedented heights. Now that he''s in trouble, we should stand by him instead of abandoning him!"


    "Exactly! By recing him now-who can guarantee thepany will continue to grow steadily? Can anyone else secure the A5 project?"


    However, dissenting voices rose just as forcefully.


    "Ever since Mr. Salvador''s scandal broke, the stock has been plummeting for three consecutive days. We''ve lost billions overnight! How do we recover from such a loss?"


    "Drug use might notnd him in prison, but it''s a stain that can never be erased. The news has spread everywhere, severely tarnishing thepany''s reputation. If he remains as the president, how can he negotiate deals or represent thepany publicly? The president is the face of the organization!"


    The room was divided, and the debate was heated and unyielding.


    Gregory furrowed his brows. In truth, he did not want to rece Justin.


    His youngest son''s physical resilience and unmatched capabilities were evident to all.


    However, the current scandal left the board with no choice. Failing to act decisively would only fuel unrest.


    "Everyone," Grant interjected, his impably tailored suit and poised demeanormanding attention. "You need not worry about the A5 project. Regardless of whether I assume the presidency, I am confident I can secure it for the Salvador Corporation."


    His serene smile and natural confidence carried an almost maic allure, inspiring trust and admiration from those present.


    Grant''s words seemed earnest, as if he harbored no personal ambition for the position, merely a willingness to step up for thepany in its time of need.This is property ? N?velDrama.Org.


    His sharp, refined features bore a solemn expression. "The Salvador Corporation is both a family legacy and a publicly listedpany. I propose serving as interim president. If I fail to deliver results within one year, the board may vote to rece me with a more suitable candidate. I will ept such a decision withoutint."


    His proposal was impably reasoned, leaving no room for objections.


    Gregory weighed the matter in silence. After much deliberation, he finally steeled himself and dered, "Given Justin''s current circumstances, he is indeed unfit to remain president. However, thepany cannot function without proper leadership. Therefore, today''s meeting will proceed with a vote on my eldest son, Grant, for the role of president..."


    "I object!"


    Before Gregory could finish, the door swung open. Supported by Matt, Nigel entered the room, his face filled with fury.