Yet, the report held no significance now. Mrs. Jenkins had effortlessly turned the tide with a few choice words, though her face betrayed no hint of satisfaction.

She had no desire to revel in victory at this moment. After all, she had been at the helm of the Jenkins family for two decades and the audacity of any member to challenge her decisions continued to vex her.

"Canaan," Mrs. Jenkins called, her tone colder than before. "Yes," Canaan hastily responded.

“Would it satisfy you all if you were to propose my dismissal on behalf of the board of elders?"

Hearing Mrs. Jenkins' suggestion, Canaan, who had been about to rise, immediately fell to his knees once more.