Married To My Billionaire Stepbrother novel Chapter 386

Chapter 386: Betrayed By Son

The board meeting for the Ford Group had been called. Briena remained at home—reporters were still after her, and her appearance in public would only worsen the situation.

Sephina, Jay, and Clara Ford arrived at the Ford Group headquarters. The media was already aware of the sudden board meeting, speculating that it was related to the scandal surrounding the current CEO.

The moment Sephina stepped out of the car, reporters rushed toward her.

"Chairwoman Ford, what do you have to say about your granddaughter’s role in her movie?"

"Her role has caused quite a stir. Is this board meeting being held to dismiss her as CEO?"

Sephina kept her composure despite the barrage of invasive questions. "Regarding this board meeting, you’ll know the outcome once it’s over. I trust the board members will do what’s best for the Ford Group, and the company will act accordingly."

Reporters then turned to Jay and Clara, but both echoed similar statements.

Inside the meeting room, all the board members were already present, waiting for Sephina’s arrival. The moment she entered, everyone stood to greet her.

They took their seats, and the meeting began.

"...Regarding the dismissal of Ms. Briena from her position as CEO," one board member began, "we’ve decided not to rush the decision."

Sephina was caught off guard by the statement, while Clara smirked subtly.

"What are you all talking about?" Sephina asked, her tone sharp. "For the sake of the Ford Group, it’s time we put Briena on hold. As Chairwoman, I am making that decision."

The board members exchanged glances, clearly prepared for this moment.

Finally, the most senior member spoke up. "Today’s meeting was called for another reason as well."

Sephina narrowed her eyes. "What reason?"

The man replied steadily, "All the board members have unanimously agreed—it’s time for you to retire from your responsibilities, Mrs. Ford."

Mrs. Ford.

Not Chairwoman.

The title had already been stripped from her the moment he spoke—clearly, the decision had already been made.

Clara slammed her hand on the table. "I am the major shareholder of this company! Who dares challenge my position?"

"Mrs. Ford, you’re taking us the wrong way. No one is challenging your position," the board member said calmly. "We’re simply thinking about what’s best for you. After Mr. Ford’s passing, you’re still grieving, and we believe you shouldn’t be burdened with company matters right now."

"I am entirely fine," she declared firmly.

"But the decision has already been made, Mrs. Ford," the man added. "Also, you should know—you are no longer the major shareholder."

Another shock hit her like a thunderbolt. "What did you say?"

"Mrs. Ford," the man continued, "after you transferred all your shares to your son, Jay Ford, you no longer hold majority control. As such, Mr. Jay Ford will be the new Chairman, and Briena Ford will remain as CEO."

"Family?" she snapped. "You tricked me into transferring my shares to you when I was mourning your father’s death? You are not my family."

Jay remained calm. "But you will always be my mother, because you’re the one who raised me. As for the share transfer, I did it because I want to prove to you that I can handle this company. But you and Father never truly gave me a chance. He trusted Caryn and made her CEO. And after she was gone, you took everything into your own hands and kept me sidelined. Now it’s my turn to prove myself."