Chapter 896

Chapter 896:

“Mr. Calderon, you need to listen to your employees’ voices. You can’t recklessly harm everyone’s interests for your own,” Lina said, her tone sharp.

Luka closed his eyes, his expression shadowed with pain. It was clear to everyone why he was reluctant to agree to the acquisition. Another veteran employee broke the silence, voicing his loyalty.

“Mr. Calderon, I’ll support whatever decision you make. This company has always treated us well,” he said.

But his words drew sharp criticism from the first employee, who scowled in disdain.

“What are you trying to pull here? Do you want to ruin the company?”

“Exactly! Homelight Enterprise is a giant, and many would kill for this opportunity. This could mean better pay for all of us,” the employee retorted.

The veteran employee shot back with cold defiance. “Shame on you! We’re just employees—who are we to question Mr. Calderon’s decisions? Hasn’t he been good to us all these years? Do you really think you’ll find better treatment elsewhere? Even as the brand struggles, Mr. Calderon has never let anyone go!”

Luka felt a faint warmth of gratitude stir within him as he realized that some still remembered his unwavering kindness. However, the suited man tapped the table impatiently.

“Mr. Calderon, think carefully. One wrong move, and you’ll destroy Timeless Elegance.”

Luka’s gaze turned icy. He conceded internally that Homelight Enterprise’s methods were undeniably ruthless. However, he knew that refusing the deal might demoralize his employees, many of whom had stayed with Timeless Elegance through thick and thin.

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Lina, catching Luka’s faint smile, felt an inexplicable thrill of satisfaction.

After a tense silence, Luka finally broke the stalemate.

“Those who want the company to be acquired, step over here,” he commanded.

A few employees moved immediately, while others hesitated. The first employee encouraged them.

“Don’t you all want promotions and pay raises?” he urged. A few more shuffled over reluctantly.

In the end, out of over twenty employees, twelve stood on one side, while the rest remained firm.

The first employee continued to push, trying to persuade the others.

But the remaining group stood resolute. They understood Luka’s position and chose to support him.

Lina, observing the divide, was curious about Luka’s next move.

“If you feel you can’t stay here, leave tomorrow,” Luka declared coldly. “Your subsidies will be included with your salaries.”

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