Phoebe's POV
Sergio looked like he'd been slapped. The reality hit him hard - I'd just seized control of Hale Group right from under his nose.
He'd always assumed the company would fall into his lap, especially after Natalie died. But in a short time, I'd ripped that dream away from him.
After the final vote came through, I kept my expression neutral. Meeting Sergio's shell-shocked stare, I said, "Sorry, Dad. But this is what the board decided. As of today, I'm running Hale Group."
I started clapping for myself. The shareholders followed suit, their applause scattered and uncomfortable.
With all the leverage I had over them, none of them would dare challenge me.
Sergio's eyes burned with pure fury. If we'd been alone, he might've tried something stupid.
I didn't flinch. Part of me almost hoped he'd blow a gasket and drop dead from the stress.
Honestly, I didn't even care about the title itself.
