Sophia Sullivan narrowed her eyes.
The seal on the document clearly bore the logo of a subsidiary under the Winston Group.
Chloe Evans hurried forward to intervene.
She put on an understanding expression.
"Brother, didn't we agree to leave after presenting the birthday gift? Don't make a scene."
"Sister will be embarrassed."
"All these guests are watching..."
Liam Winston sneered.
He deliberately raised his voice.
"Chloe, why are you speaking up for her?"
"You're too kindhearted, unlike certain scheming people."
"Who've been fooling Grandpa all along."
He expected to see panic on Sophia's face.
But Sophia simply stood there calmly.
Her eyes even held a hint of amusement.
As if watching a farce.
Mr. Winston Sr. angrily raised his cane.
"You insolent brat!"
"What nonsense are you spouting!"
The elderly man's chest heaved violently.
"If Sophia hadn't saved the Winston Group, would you even be here strutting about?"
"Without her, you'd be nothing!"
Sophia gently patted the old man's back.
She handed him a glass of water.
"Grandpa, drink some water first."
She had anticipated Liam would cause trouble.
But she never imagined they'd go this far.
Daring to openly attack her at the birthday banquet.
Remembering the investigation files Ryan Lawrence provided.
Sophia's eyes darkened.
If she didn't defend herself, it would mean admitting guilt.
If she explained, could Grandpa handle the truth when revealed?
She gave Liam a cold stare.
"Today is Grandpa's eightieth birthday."
"I advise you to stop now."
"Or face the consequences."
Liam grew even angrier at her words.
He mocked, "Just admit you're afraid of being exposed."
Ever since the divorce, Sophia had been outmaneuvering him at every turn.
He'd been waiting for revenge.
At the very least, he wanted to see her beg for mercy.
"Grandpa, Sophia married into the Winston family with ulterior motives."
"During the marriage, she abused her position for personal gain."
"Embezzling over a hundred million dollars."
"Even after divorce, she kept transferring company assets!"
The guests erupted in murmurs.
"I never thought Ms. Sullivan was like this?"
"Mr. Winston's evidence seems quite solid."
"If true, asset misappropriation is a serious crime."
Mr. Winston Sr. clutched his chest.
Trembling with rage.
"Nonsense! Even if you'd steal, Sophia never would!"
Sophia frowned and supported the elderly man.
"Grandpa, please sit down first."
The old man's health couldn't withstand such agitation.
But Liam showed no concern.
"Grandpa, I'm telling the truth!"
"Sophia has an inappropriate relationship with branch manager Chad Eastwood."
"She bribed Chad during her three-month tenure, causing hundred-million-dollar losses."
"The real financial reports are right here!"
Mrs. Winston's face abruptly changed.
She stared at her son in disbelief.
Chad?
Wasn't that her secret lover?