Rising from the Ashes (Andrew and Lauren) novel Chapter 429

Chapter 429 Edward the company veteran , the CEOs right hand man , the head of corporate security , and a board member had just been knocked out cold with a single slap .

The shocking display of power left everyone in the boardroom stunned and speechless .

Mr.

Lloyd , you … Marcus scalp tingled as words falled him completely .

Eunice stared in disbelief .

She mumbled , This is terrible .

We finally had things under control , and now hes ruined everything .

Mr.

Lloyd , do you realize how serious it is to assault a board member and disrespect a company veteran ? Even Lauren had not expected Andrew to make such a bold move .

Slapping Edward across the room was something she had not dared to consider , even when she was CEO with absolute authority at Rhodes Corporation .

Michael jumped to his feet , his face dark with anger .

What the hell are you doing ? How dare you assault our company veteran ! Are you trying to land yourself in prison ? Is there a problem with me slapping this old fool ? Andrew asked calmly .

He repeatedly targeted me as a director and showed zero respect , constantly insulting me .

Mr.

Rhodes , with my current shareholding , dont you think Im entitled to collect some interest on that disrespect ? Michael gritted his teeth .

Andrew- As Rhodes Corporations fifth major shareholder , Andrew cut him off , my shareholding and my dignity absolutely cannot tolerate any insults .

Insulting me is equivalent to insulting the company , so I believe that slap was completely justified .

One executive burst out angrily , Even so , you cant just hit people ! Others chimed in , Violence is bad enough , but you hit him so hard that he passed out .

Even if youve got money and are now a director , well never accept such lawless and arrogant behavior .

Immediately , several other company veterans spoke up in support of Edward .

As veterans themselves , they were used to commanding respect even the CEO had to show them consideration .

Yet , this upstart , who had been a director for mere minutes , had openly attacked Edward in broad daylight .

To them , this was a clear sign that he held no respect for their senior status .

Lauren said firmly .

I believe Mr.