“You two are pretty much neck and neck in the company, but let's be real—there’s no way both of you can stay on top. I’m going to get proof that he’s illegally running Moonlight Salsa. With the current crackdowns, anyone in that line of business is playing with fire.” Sophie leaned in closer. “When the board meeting comes around, you’ll be the one exposing him. And I’ll back you at the shareholders’ meeting to take over as CEO of Smith Group.”
“Getting that kind of evidence isn’t going to be easy. But with you behind me, my chances just went way up.” He picked up a piece of food she had ordered and casually placed it in her bowl, giving her a knowing brow raise. “But once that happens, you two are done for good. That engagement’s pretty much toast.”
She poured herself a drink and r
