Chapter 47

Theo gave William a cold glance, and that single look made his legs tremble. "Mr. Scott, regarding future investments, Wood Group will be reassessing everything. Reyna just came home and isn't familiar with many things yet, so from now on, I'll discuss all Wood Group partnerships with her." The words hit William like a hammer, and his mind buzzed. The meaning couldn't have been clearer—future funding from the Wood family depended entirely on Reyna's mood. She was now the person who could decide the Scott family's life or death. Cold sweat broke out across his forehead. Without thinking, he immediately turned to Reyna, bowing with an almost fawning attitude. "Of course. Anything Ms. Wood says goes. I'll follow her every word." He added, "Ms. Wood, since you've just returned, you should indeed familiarize yourself with the family business. The Scott family will follow your lead from now on." Reyna ignored his flattery completely and followed Theo, ready to leave this nauseating pla