It was essentially a call for Mitchel's removal.

"It's better if you step back from company matters for now," Henley suggested.

Alexis chimed in, “Launching an investigation is the right move. We need to give the shareholders an explanation. The Dixon Group requires a leader who can make smart choices."

Alexis added with conviction, “Even if you're my son, I won't protect you if you're in the wrong."

Despite claims of a father-son bond, Alexis’ actions had never really reflected such a relationship.

The announcement left the executives reeling, with Katie being especially shocked and angry.

However, Mitchel, the person at the center of all this, remained calm.

He stood up and said smoothly, "I'll cooperate fully with the investigation."

His willingness to cooperate surprised Alexis and Henley, disrupting their plans.

Mitchel then walked out of the meeting room to his office.

Katie trailed behind Henley to a vacant conference room.

“Why are you betraying me?" Katie demanded angrily from Henley.

Henley wasn't taken aback. He had always seen Katie as someone who wouldn't hesitate to employ any ruthless schemes to achieve her desired goals.

“Relax. Katie, I'm on your side." Henley's tone was even.

“On my side?" Katie snorted. "You're just trying to climb up the ranks yourself. But really, for a bastard like you, isn't that too much?"

Henley's face turned cold for a moment. But he quickly bounced back.

"Katie, this might be the only way Mitchel will give you a chance, don't you think?"

Katie was left without words for a second.

Henley went on to explain, "People might not notice the flowers when they're in full bloom, but they'll remember who gave them warmth in the cold."

Katie thought it over and saw some sense in his argument. With Mitchel backed into a corner, she seemed to be the only one who could rescue him. Besides, she figured Henley's wasn't strong enough to truly bring down Mitchel. At most, Henley could only pose some hurdles for Mitchel. And these hurdles could actually turn out to her advantage.