Chapter 431
Michael cleared his throat before saying, “There’s another important matter–the Weller Group has been making big moves lately.”
He added, “Harvey has somehow found the courage to aggressively expand into the pharmaceutical industry. Their first batch of products has already hit the market with excellent feedback.”
He paused before exploding in anger. “Meanwhile, our pharmaceutical department is full of deadweight! Rhodes Pharmaceuticals has decades of expertise and foundation. We’ve always dominated the Jayrodale market, but now Harvey, that incompetent fool, is stealing business from us. Can anyone explain this to me?”
Marcus reluctantly spoke up. “Mr. Rhodes, I’ve been overseeing our pharmaceutical division, which is one of our flagship departments. Overall, our production volume and quality have remained solid, consistently outperforming the Weller Group. The only issue is their newly developed health supplement, which has been incredibly successful in the market. This single product has given them the confidence to compete with us.”
Michael’s face darkened. “If you already know the root cause, why haven’t you taken action against them?”
Marcus explained uncomfortably. “It’s not that I don’t want to, but their health supplement has shown remarkable results–our products simply can’t compete. I suspect they must have received help from some industry expert, as it’s impossible to develop such an effective product in such a short time otherwise.”
Michael sneered. “You suspect? Always with the suspicions. Well, Mr. Chapman, if the position of Head of Pharmaceutical Division is too hot for you to handle, perhaps you should consider stepping down to a lesser role.”
Marcus‘ face changed, anger rising within him. Michael was threatening to remove him from a position he’d dedicated his life to building. The pharmaceutical division would not be what it was today without his contributions, yet Michael treated him ruthlessly.
Lauren said coldly, “Michael, Mr. Chapman is a crucial talent for the company. Your words are extremely unprofessional. Without him, the pharmaceutical division’s performance would plummet!”
Michael laughed sarcastically. “Am I the CEO, or are you? Are you questioning my decision? And even if you are, does it matter?”
Lauren was furious. In the past, if Michael had dared to speak to her this way, she would have taught him a harsh lesson.
“Mr. Chapman, figure it out yourself,” Michael said indifferently. “If you’re incompetent, step aside. I’ll find someone more capable for the position.”
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Marcus responded bitterly, “Yes, Mr. Rhodes.”
Michael stood up and waved his hand. “That’s all for today’s meeting. Ms. Weinstein, please stay behind and come to my office. We have some multi–million dollar projects to discuss in detail.”
Andrew noticed Cindy Weinstein, the attractive secretary in her pencil skirt, blushing immediately, looking rather eager. Several executives exchanged knowing smirks before saying goodbye to Michael and leaving.
As Lauren walked out of the conference room, she muttered in disgust, “Just a horny idiot.”
Eunice said worriedly, “Miss, those 60 million from Northern District won’t be easy to recover. I heard that after Mr. Giordano’s incident, several partners went to the Northern District to collect their money. Not only did they come back empty–handed, but they were also beaten up.
