Trading My Ex for His Uncle



When Damon received the call earlier, it had woken Nyla as well.

She shook her head gently. "It's fine. Did you handle Brandon's situation?"

"Mm," Damon hummed in response.

"Good. Then get changed and rest," she urged.

"Alright," he replied.

...

Early the next morning, Brandon was woken by a call from Charlie.

"Mr. Sumner, the video of your fight with Mr. Genge is all over the Inte. People are talking about it nonstop. It's damaging the company's image," Charlie reported.

Brandon massaged his throbbing temples and replied, "Do whatever it takes to suppress it. I'm on my way to the office."

Half an hour later, he arrived to find several shareholders waiting outside his office, their expressions stormy.

The lead shareholder sneered as he approached. "Mr. Sumner, do you have any idea how much damage last night's incident has caused the company?"

"Do you know what people are saying online? They're questioning your ability to manage the company when you can't even control your own behavior. They're saying the Sumner Group is doomed under your leadership!"

"Our stock is going to take a hit today. If you can't resolve this matter, we'll convene a board meeting to remove you as general manager!" After delivering their ultimatum, the shareholders stormed off.

Brandon's expression darkened as he entered his office.

Charlie followed closely behind. "Mr. Sumner, we've tried to suppress the news, but it's no use. Someone seems to be deliberately fanning the flames."

"Keep trying. I don't care what it takes-get those videos taken down!" Brandon ordered.noveldrama

"Yes, sir," Charlie replied.

Once alone, Brandon went online to assess the situation.

The comments under the video were scathing, with most of the criticism aimed squarely at him.

[Bosses fighting... Is he fighting because he couldn't win through business? Seems like he isn't quite capable then!]

[Oooh, Mr. Sumner proving himself here. Is it because sales are bad and pressure's high, so he can only brawl to vent?] [The usual high and poised Mr. Sumner fighting like a street thug, how 'different'.]

...

As Brandon read through the comments, he suddenly noticed something odd: Tom seemed to be getting off lightly.

After a moment's thought, he scoffed and called Charlie back.

"Forget suppressing the video. Hire a PR team to shift the focus onto Tom. I'll issue a personal statement to clear things up in a while," he instructed.

Charlie hesitated. "Mr. Sumner, the video clearly shows you throwing the first punch. Keeping it up could damage the Sumner Group's reputation further."

"I'm aware. Just do as I say. This will blow over soon enough," Brandon said coolly.

"Understood. I'll take care of it right away," Charlie replied.

After Charlie left, Brandon composed a statement and posted it online:

[However, the incident occurred because, during a dispute with my girlfriend, Mr. Genge provoked me and physically blocked me from going after her when she leftin anger.

[While I regret my impulsive actions, I hope everyone can understand that, even as a professional, I am also a person who can lose control when it comes to matters of the heart.

[I was wrong to resort to violence and have reflected deeply. Please do not emulate my actions. Once again, I apologize and hope this matter can be put to rest.]