The Reckoning of Love ( Sophia Yancey )

Chapter 54

speechless by Thomas remark and resporaled with a soft chuckle before entering the meeting playboys never speak the truth. Even if it like it, it must be scrapped in layers of deception She bad in Forgotten the day she submitted her resignation to Joseph when Thomas enthusiastically fantasies about offering an even higher price to bary Ber

Upson learning of the arrival of someone from the headquarters and the majority of the engineering department at the construction site, everyone swiftly assembled in the meeting room as soon as Joel called for them. Since Gavin was apprehended, no one dared to be negligent anymore.

Miss Yancey, everyone is here except those out for the procurement Joel wiped the sweat from has forehead. “As for the matter with Mr. Quinlan, the rest of us-

Before he could finish, everyone’s phones started vibrating one after another, after which they took out their phones to quickly have a look

In the engineering department’s group chat, Thomas sent Gavin’s confessions. After reading it, everyone was horrified.

Nonsense This is a pure fabrication!”

“I didn’t do any of these things. Gavin has gone mad, accusing indiscriminately!”

Yes Mr. Ulmer, Miss Yancey, you have to believe us!”

I came from the Cleyrora branch and had worked for the Lynch Group for over ten years..

“Enough” Sophia tapped the table.

The overlapping voices gradually subsided, but everyone was visibly enraged. While a few displayed a hint of guilt, the majority wore expressions of deep injustice

“There’s nothing new under the sun.” She continued slowly, “Gavin has provided a detailed account. Do you honestly believe the company won’t uncover anything with these leads?”

Those who were anxiously trying to explain themselves immediately choked in silence.

“I believe that what you all did wasn’t particularly clever. Therefore, the investigation won’t pose much difficulty

“Miss Yancey, I only took around 70 thousand! I was forced to do it!” One person could not remain seated and abruptly stood up, sobbing. I haven’t spent any of the money. It’s all in my wife’s account. I can return every penny to the company. Please, spare me from reporting to the authority!”

As soon as one person confessed, a cascade of others who voluntarily offered to return the embezzled money emerged. Some had long ago used the money to buy houses and cars or spent it on women, but now, they sat there in despair

“I have a general understanding of the situation here” Sophia looked at everyone. I could tell the majority had been misled by Gavin

“Yes! You’re right, Miss Yancey!

“Mr. Quinlan always said that when the entire pond is dirty, it’s safe…”

“Indeed.” She nodded. “I have a plan. Even though I might face the consequences when Mr. Lynch finds out, it’s still preferable to witnessing the destruction of so many families.”

“Miss Yancey, just say it. We are ready to cooperate with you!”

She sighed. “Returning the embezzled money is a must. After all, the company’s funds don’t materialize out of thin air. Does anyone have any objections?”

“No objections! I’ll return it immediately!”

“Okay, I’ll have my wife transfer the money right away!”

“But… Miss Yancey, I don’t have that much money available at the moment…”

“For those who can’t pay immediately, write an IOU and gradually repay it,” she said generously. “As long as your attitude is sincere enough, I’ll have the confidence to plead with Mr. Lynch on your behalf.” She had said all she needed to say.

To avoid imprisonment, everyone was proactive. Even those temporarily absent from the meeting room actively called and tearfully begged Sophia for a chance.