Between Ruin And Resolve My Ex-Husband's Regret novel Chapter 554

Chapter 554 Co–Chairmen

Rodger’s intentions couldn’t have been more transparent. He was clearly maneuvering to sideline Nathan and funnel the

benefits toward his favored son, Jarrett.

But if he expected Sadie to play along, he had miscalculated. She remained poised, her expression unreadable, the faint

curve of her lips more formality than warmth.

“Oh?” Her voice was calm, almost amused. “You’re suggesting Jarrett take the lead on these projects?” She nodded slightly,

as though thoughtfully considering the proposal. “That’s certainly one option.”

Then her tone shifted. A quiet edge slipped beneath her politeness as her gaze settled on Jarrett, who sat silent in his

wheelchair, eyes dark and unreadable. “However… If that’s the case, perhaps Jarrett would be open to marrying my cousin

-in–law, Briley Wall? Given how closely our companies would be working together, a marriage alliance could only help

solidify trust and streamline cooperation. Wouldn’t you agree?”

She paused–just long enough to let the suggestion hang in the air, but not long enough for anyone to interrupt.

“Of course,” she continued, “I’m aware that Jarrett is already engaged to Miss Ophelia Johnson, and the wedding is

scheduled for the end of this month. I realize this might seem like an unreasonable proposal, but unfortunately, it’s a long

-standing tradition at Wall Group. Marriage is required for high–level cooperative ventures of this nature.” She folded her

hands neatly in her lap. “So, here are the options: either my fiance, Nathan, oversees the projects— or Jarrett marries Briley,

and we proceed from there.” She tilted her head slightly toward Jarrett. “Two choices. Take your time.”

Nathan, seated silently beside her, couldn’t help but be impressed. So, this was her strategy. Remarkable.

Who was Briley? Everyone in Beversea knew her name, and not for flattering reasons. A string of public scandals had

followed her brief stint in the entertainment industry.

She was infamous, unpredictable, and officially excluded from the Wall Group’s core structure–by public statement, no

less.

Rodger, a man obsessed with reputation, would never accept her as a daughter–in–law.

Even if he did–driven by desperation- it would destroy Jarrett’s engagement to Ophelia and crush the alliance with the

Johnson family. It was checkmate, no matter how one looked at it.

Sadie’s move was masterful–subtle enough to appear diplomatic, but aimed straight at the heart of the Higgins family’s

power dynamic.

Nathan’s admiration deepened. She wasn’t just clever–she was lethal when she needed to be.

Rodger’s face had darkened noticeably. For a moment, he said nothing. Then he reached for his coffee cup and took a slow sip, coughing lightly to buy himself time and soften the rising tension.

“Ms. Hudson,” he said carefully, voice low and measured, “you must understand… Nathan is too young. He shows promise,

of course, but he doesn’t yet have the experience to take on such an important role.”

He was still trying to hold the line. This was his last stand.

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Sadie said nothing, her eyes fixed steadily on Rodger, silently watching to see what move he would make

Rodger’s gaze darted around the room. He was clearly searching for a solution. Then, clearing his throat, he finally said,

“How about this, Ms. Hudson? Our company currently has a vacancy in the general manager role. Perhaps Nathan could join

the Higgins Group and take on that position–get some practical experience under his belt. As for the cooperation with the

Wall Group, we can revisit the discussion once he’s settled into the role. Would that be acceptable to you?”

It was a retreat, a calculated one. Offering Nathan the general manager post was Rodger’s way of throwing Sadie a bone–a

visible sign of compromise. In his mind, it was fair.

Nathan was family, after all. Giving him a position with a respectable title seemed like a reasonable gesture.

But Sadie’s expression didn’t shift.

Just as Rodger began to hope she might agree, a low chuckle broke the silence.

Noah. He had been silent until now–watching from the sidelines.

Sadie’s brows drew together, a flicker of annoyance passing through her eyes as she turned to him. What was he doing?

Was he trying to sabotage her leverage?

Her eyes flicked toward him, a silent warning telling him not to interfere.

But Noah either didn’t see it–or didn’t care.

“Don’t you think your terms lean a bit too heavily in your favor, Ms. Hudson?” His tone was calm–too calm—lacking even

a hint of feeling. “After all, with the two families on the verge of merging, any true collaboration should be built on

sincerity,” Noah said smoothly. “Proposing that Nathan take the lead while sidelining Jarrett feels… a bit inappropriate, don’t you think?”

To anyone listening, it sounded as though Noah was defending the Higgins family’s internal balance–perhaps even

advocating for Jarrett.

Sadie blinked, momentarily thrown. What was he up to now?

Across the room, Rodger and Jarrett exchanged startled looks, clearly baffled by Noah’s words.

But Noah didn’t bother to acknowledge their confusion. He simply continued, as if laying out the most reasonable suggestion in the world, “In my view, why not let Nathan and Jarrett co–manage the projects? They’re both heirs of the Higgins family–equal in name and legacy. Wouldn’t it be more appropriate if they shared the position of chairman?”

The silence that followed was instant and heavy.

Two chairmen? Shock rippled through the room. The very idea defied traditional structure.

Sadie stared at Noah, genuinely stunned.

Rodger fell into silent contemplation upon hearing Noah’s proposal. At first, the idea had seemed absurd–but the more he considered it, the more appealing it became.

Jarrett had a long–standing presence within the company. His experience, reputation, and internal support made him a pillar of the Higgins Group. Installing Nathan as co–chairman wouldn’t truly threaten that foundation.

With Nathan holding a title, Sadie would be placated, and the Wall Group’s cooperation secured.

Meanwhile, the real control would remain in Jarrett’s hands. Better yet, Jarrett’s involvement with Wall Group projects would only further solidify his standing.

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The deeper Rodger thought, the more advantageous the arrangement appeared.

He turned toward Jarrett, and the two exchanged a subtle glance–wordless but full of mutual understanding.

Then, with renewed warmth, Rodger faced Sadie once more. His smile had returned, smoother and brighter than ever.

“Ms. Hudson, I must say–Mr. Noel’s proposal is truly a wise one. Let’s proceed with his suggestion. Nathan and Jarrett will jointly serve as chairmen of the Higgins Group. As for the collaboration with the Wall Group, rest assured–we’ll commit every resource necessary to meet your expectations.”

The shift in Rodger’s tone was almost startling.

Moments ago, he had been cautious, resistant. Now he was enthusiastic, practically eager for Sadie’s approval.

Sadie’s lips curled faintly–not in amusement, but in quiet contempt. Rodger was a businessman to the bone. Opportunistic. Transparent. The moment profit was within reach, his entire demeanor changed in the blink of an eye.

Still, she had gotten what she came for. There was nothing left to object to.

But even as she accepted the outcome, her mind lingered elsewhere–on Noah. What game was he playing?

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