The silence in the boardroom did not fade even after Linh left.
No one moved.
No one spoke.
Because everyone knew the war had officially begun.
Khang stood by the window, his back facing the room.
The city lights reflected faintly in the glass.
Cold and distant, just like him.
“President Nguyen…” one of the board members finally spoke.
“What is your decision?”
Khang did not turn around.
“Continue the vote,” he said calmly.
The words shocked everyone.
Even now, he still wanted to continue.
No one dared to question him.
Minutes later, the results were clear.
Linh’s side held the advantage.
The board was already leaning toward her.
Khang had lost control.
At least that was what they believed.
“Meeting adjourned,” Khang said.
His tone remained unchanged, as if nothing had h
