On the day of the shareholders' meeting, which was also Liam's first day at the company, he showed up late. He also kicked Ethan out of the main chair, being really arrogant.
Ethan didn't just let Liam's behavior slide—he actually greeted him with a smile.
Liam, emboldened, pushed further and demanded Ethan's office.
Ethan remained silent, offering no resistance.
Liam got a bit too comfortable and, of course, didn't forget about me. It wasn't long before I received the news of my dismissal.
Followed by a team, Liam came specifically to my office. "Jean, I think I have to thank you. If you hadn't told me that Monica had become the daughter of the Norton family, I wouldn't have been able to enjoy today's success."
He smiled smugly. "How about this? If you get down on your knees and beg me, I'll promise not to fire you."
I kept my head down, continuing to pack, paying him no mind.
He leaned closer and whispered something only we could hear, "If you're willing to be with me and give me a son, I'll consider keeping you in the company. What do you say?"
I looked up, met Liam's gaze with a smile, and pulled out my recorder.