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Yuna sat in her office, her fingers tapping anxiously on the desk as she stared at the upcoming board meeting's agenda. The hours leading up to it were filled with tension—everyone was waiting for her move. The deal with Seok Jin was a risky play, but it was her only chance at gaining control of the company. Now, it was time to see if it would pay off.
Minji entered, her face grim. She had the latest updates on the company's stock fluctuations and a few rumors that had begun circulating among the employees. Yuna glanced up as Minji laid the papers down.
"The leaks have gotten worse," Minji said quietly, glancing around to make sure no one else was listening. "Your stepmother and Seok Jin are pulling strings behind the scenes. They've started to plant doubts in the board's minds, pushing for a vote of no confidence. They're moving fast."
Yuna's heart sank as she processed the information. The leaks, the rumors, the calculated moves—it was all part of their plan to wear her down and take over. They wanted her gone, and they weren't stopping until they got it.
"Have you managed to trace who's behind the leaks?" Yuna asked, her voice cold with determination.
Minji nodded. "It's one of the executives, someone close to Ji Hye. We're tracking their emails and meetings, but it's only a matter of time before they strike."
Yuna stood up, her eyes narrowing with resolve. "I won't let them take everything. Not without a fight."
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The Board Meeting:
The day of the board meeting arrived, and the tension in the air was palpable. Yuna walked into the sleek, glass-walled conference room, her every step measured. She could already feel the eyes of the board members on her—waiting, judging, calculating. Seok Jin was seated at the head of the table, his usual calm