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After making significant contributions to the company's IPO preparations, my girlfriend is finally ready to publicly announce our relationship.
However, her assistant, whom I had always disliked, took the lead. He swaggered onto the stage and hugged her waist:
"I thought we had to wait a few more years, but now you can't resist me, can you?"
He sneered and looked at me proudly.
My girlfriend didn't explain, but handed him a document - a share transfer agreement - and announced to the audience that he is now a shareholder of the company.
Everyone present was whispering and looking at me.
The assistant proudly insulted me, almost without hiding, "That useless man, it's better for you to leave him early."
My girlfriend not only didn't speak up for me, but also said coldly, "I only kept him because he's still useful to the company."
All the onlookers watching the excitement are waiting for me to explode. But on the contrary, I smiled and nodded, generously giving my remaining shares to the assistant as well.
"Let's see, "I said thoughtfully in my heart," how they will manage this company without the main investors?"

The Backstabbing IPO, From Investor to Outcast

Who could this "Mr. Sterling" be at this gathering?


It must be the very individual Emily was hoping to encounter tonight.


Ryan was rendered speechless, and Emily stood motionless.


Her knees gave way, causing her to stagger backward, nearly toppling the champagne table behind her.


My father swiftly moved to support my mother, his expression full of worry. Then he turned to me with a stern look.


Aware of my mistake, I bowed my head submissively.


Emily's eyes grew large as she gazed at me in shock.


Without waiting for my response, she erupted into laughter, her voice high-pitched and scornful.


"That can't be true! Your surname is Carter, and his is Sterling. How could they possibly be your parents?"


Her laughter resonated, but when she noticed I wasn't joining in—and that the entire room had fallen silent—her expression wavered.


Chapter 10