Chapter 534 Chapter 534 Troy immediately turned to Lauren, his face full of desperation.

Ms.

Rhodes, please, Ive worked tirelessly for you in the past.

Im begging you just this once, grant me mercy! Lauren crossed her arms, giving him a cold glance.

I can consider it, but theres one last question you need to answer.

What exactly have you done with Ruby besides sleeping with her? Any other shady dealings I should know about? Troy hesitated, his face paling

After a moment, he clenched his teeth and confessed, I... I showed her three of the Pharmaceutical Divisions formulas

But please, Ms.

Rhodes, understand I only showed her.

She didnt copy them, so it shouldnt be a big problem ... right? Before Lauren could respond, an enraged voice boomed from the doorway.

Troy, youre asking for death! The furious shout echoed through the office, followed by the sharp, rapid clack of dress shoes on the tile

Moments later, Michael stormed in with several high ranking executives, his face twisted with fury. Without a word, Michael lashed out, kicking Troy hard in the chest.

Troy collapsed to the floor, gasping in pain

You idiot! Michael bellowed, his face red with rage.

Do you have any idea what youve done? The Pharmaceutical Divisions formulas are the product of decades of research.

Each one is priceless! And you... you gave them to Ruby just like that? Do you realize what youve done ? I could kill you right now! Michaels voice was nearly a roar, his fury blinding him.

He had come here intending to defend Troy and figure out why he was groveling to Andrew, but hearing Troy confess to leaking the companys trade secrets was a blow that felt like a death knell.

As the CEO, Michael knew the gravity of the situation.

This was not just a minor blunder it was catastrophic

The thought of those formulas being leaked could mean devastation for the Pharmaceutical Division, perhaps even the entire Rhodes Corporation.

Worse, it reflected directly on him, the leader of the company.

If the family found out about this, his position and his dreams of becoming the family head would be over

Grabbing Troy by the collar, Michaels face contorted with rage.

Ill ask you one last time.

Did you or did you not leak the Pharmaceutical Divisions formulas to Ruby? Troy was trembling as he stammered through sobs, Mr.

Rhodes... I didnt mean to ... I wasnt thinking straight... Please, fet me explain! Michael responded with two vicious slaps, the sound of which echoed through the room.

Explain? Explain what, you moron? Michael shouted, his voice raw with fury.

The only thing I want to know is did you give the formulas to Ruby or not? Troy broke down completely, wailing like a child

I ... let her see them, but I swear, it was just curiosity! I dont think she memorized them or had any ulterior motives! Michael was seething, his breath coming in harsh gasps.

You dont think? You imbecile ! Youre telling me you thought she wouldnt betray us? Youre a damn fool you deserve to die! (Chapter 534 His bloodshot eyes darted around the room, scanning for something he could use to finish Troy off right then and there.noveldrama

He was trembling with rage, on the verge of losing complete control.

Fortunately, the other executives stepped in, holding Michael back before he could act on his murderous

intent.

たべ Mr.

Rhodes, please, calm down! This isnt the time to lose your head, one of them urged. Yes, Mr.

Rhodes, another chimed in.

Troy has made a grave mistake, but punishing him now wont solve anything.

Our priority should be apprehending Ruby and preventing her from leaking the formulas.

Michael froze for a moment, his anger giving way to fear.

Youre right... we need to catch Ruby immediately

We cant let those formulas leave the hotel ! Turning back to Troy, Michael barked, Where is she? Which

hotel ?! Tell me right now! Still trembling, Troy quickly gave up Rubys hotels location.

Without wasting another moment, Michael ordered a team to head to the hotel and capture Ruby.

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