Chapter 90 Share Distribution
As soon as Larry spoke, he immediately drew the displeasure of the Lewis family members.
Oscar jumped out and shouted, "When the Lewis family decides on important matters, you have no right to speak."
Julia remembered yesterday at Kelly's banquet when Larry pointed at her in front of so many people, forcing her to kneel.
She felt unhappy and immediately cursed in a sinister tone, "You're not Leo, you're just a useless person. The other three big families won't fall just because you say so."
Maria also scolded, "You waste, shut up!"
Chloe gave Larry a resentful look, blaming him for speaking recklessly.
She really lacked confidence in leading the Lewis family to become a true elite family.
Being an elite family wasn't just about having money.
It required an extremely strong network of connections.
Victor directly ignored Larry and looked at Chloe, saying, "Chloe, let me make it clear. If you can promise to lead the Lewis family to become a true elite family within three years and multiply the family's assets several times, I will agree to give your family 50% of the shares and promise that you will always be the executive chairman of the Lewis family enterprise."
"I..." Chloe was stunned.
She thought, 'Multiplying the assets several times in three years is impossible; I'm not a god, am I?'
Maria secretly signaled to Chloe, which seemed to say,"don't hesitate, just agree and get the shares first."
Chloe looked at her family.
Maria, Scott, Sam, and Mindy were all looking at her expectantly.
Chloe thought for a moment and said, "Grandpa, I can't guarantee it, but if I can take charge of the Lewis family enterprise, I will do my best to lead the Lewis family to glory and strive to make the Lewis family a true elite family."
Hearing this, Victor felt relieved.
Chloe's current network of connections was extraordinary.
If she could really wholeheartedly help the Lewis family, then the family's rise was just around the corner.
Victor stood up and said, "In that case, it's settled. Chloe, come to the Lewis family mansion tonight to discuss. This time, I will redistribute the shares, and your family's 50% will not be less."
"Thank you for your trust, Grandpa." Chloe stood up, her face full of gratitude.
"Let's go, back home." Victor turned and left.
Harry and the others followed behind with gloomy faces.
After Victor and the others left, Sam jumped up excitedly. "Great, 50% of the shares! This means our family controls half of the Lewis family. Chloe, you really made us proud this time."
Scott felt dazed.
For so many years, Victor had never favored him or given his family any shares. Now, he was giving 50%; it was too surreal.
Maria glanced at Larry.
This was all his idea.
Maria just mentioned it casually, not expecting Victor to actually agree.
"Not completely useless," she muttered.
However, Chloe's face showed concern as she said, "Don't get too happy too soon. If I become the chairman and can't bring performance to the Lewis family, Grandpa will still take back the shares."
Sam said nonchalantly, "Chloe, the Everjoy Company has already reached a permanent cooperation agreement with Legion Lord. Orders are flooding in. You don't need to worry. Plus, you have such a good relationship with Kelly. Getting some orders from Everlife Pharmaceuticals is a piece of cake."
Chloe pondered and said, "That's true."
At this moment, the lack of confidence on her face disappeared.
It was replaced by anticipation.
She thought, 'Is it finally time to put everything I've learnt to use?'
At this moment, Chloe was full of anticipation.
She looked forward to taking charge of the Lewis family, breaking into the business world, making a big impact, and leading the Lewis family to glory and to become a true elite family.
Larry looked at Chloe's longing expression and smiled faintly.
With him secretly supporting her, her business career would be smooth sailing. It wouldn't be long before her name was known worldwide.
Because of the redistribution of family shares, Chloe's family was very excited.
Harry's family and Jack's family were different. Theys were unhappy.
Most of the Lewis family's shares were in Victor's hands. With the upcoming redistribution, their shares were likely to be reclaimed. The final allocation remained uncertain, making it unclear how much they would end up with, if any.
Soon, it was evening.
Chloe, dressed in a beautiful gown, entered the Lewis family mansion, supported by her family.
The villa's living room was already filled with many people.
The Lewis family gathered together.
Victor personally stood up and invited Chloe to sit down.
The better Victor treated Chloe, the more dangerous the other Lewis family members felt.
They all thought that Victor was old and wouldn't live much longer. This redistribution of shares was equivalent to dividing the inheritance.
Seats were limited, and apart from the core members of the Lewis family, most people were standing.
Larry was also standing, but he didn't care.
Victor sat at the head, scanning the crowd, and said, "I've gathered everyone today to announce two things. First, starting today, Chloe will officially take over the Lewis family, managing all family industries and becoming the executive director of the Lewis family enterprise.
"Second, we will discuss the redistribution of shares."
Hearing about the shares, everyone became tense, looking at Victor and waiting for his allocation.
Victor glanced at Scott and said, "Scott has worked diligently and tirelessly over the years without any shares. Now, I announce that Scott will receive 50% of the family shares. These shares are not limited to the Everjoy Company; he will hold 50% of the shares in any enterprise under the Lewis family."
Hearing his announcement, the Lewis family members couldn't help but look at Scott with resentment in their eyes.
They all thought Scott had no ability to deserve such a large share.
Victor's two sons, Harry and Jack, didn't dare to speak.
Instead, Jack's son, Adam Lewis, stood up and said, "Grandpa, I don't agree. According to what you said, does that mean Scott will also hold 50% of the shares in the factory I started?"
Victor raised an eyebrow and looked at Adam. "Do I need to say it a second time? It's enterprises under the Lewis family. Are you a member of the Lewis family?"
Adam nodded. "I am."
"Since you admit you're a member of the Lewis family, then your factory also belongs to the Lewis family."
"Grandpa..." Adam was furious and shouted, "I built this factory from scratch. Although it's not large, it has nothing to do with the Lewis family enterprise. Why should Scott get half of the shares?"
Victor's face darkened, and he slammed his hand on the table, roaring, "Because you started it with the Lewis family's money and got orders relying on the Lewis family's connections."
"I..." Adam was left speechless, unable to find a rebuttal, and angrily sat down.
Scott was overjoyed.
This wasn't just 50% of the Everjoy Company shares; it was 50% of the Lewis family shares.
Victor took a deep breath and said, "I'm old and can no longer lead the Lewis family. The Lewis family should be handed over to its outstanding descendants. I know you're not convinced, so l'll give Chloe a three-month trial period. If she can double the Lewis family's assets, she will be qualified to be the chairman, and her family will be entitled to inherit 50% of the shares."
He looked at the people in the hall and continued, "From today on, Harry will hold 20% of the family shares, Jack will hold 20%, and I will temporarily hold the remaining 10%. As for your descendants, you can distribute the shares yourselves. Any objections?"
Victor scanned the crowd and said, "This is a family meeting. If you have objections, speak up. If not, I hope you will work together to lead the Lewis family to glory."
Harry and Jack initially had objections.
However, Victor had redistributed the shares, and they each got 20% of the family shares, which was much more than before. Now, they had no objections.
Seeing no one speak, Victor continued, "Since there are no objections, it's settled. Chloe will be the executive chairman, and Harry will be the vice president, assisting Chloe in leading the Lewis family to glory."
"Yes." Harry didn't dare to object.
However, Oscar stood up and said, "Grandpa, we will follow your orders, but since Chloe is the chairman, she must do something for the family. You know about the Trade Center. All the big players are moving in, and the Lewis family can't fall behind. Since Chloe is the chairman, let her handle this and get the entry qualification. If she can secure it, we will acknowledge her."
"Right."
"I agree. Let Chloe handle it. I heard that to move into the Trade Center, a company needs assets of at least $700 million and must pay a $20 million annual fee upfront.
"We can come up with the $20 million fee, but getting the entry qualification is not easy. If Chloe can secure it, we will acknowledge her."
Following Oscar's suggestion, everyone started speaking up.
Hearing this, Victor looked at Chloe.
Chloe lacked confidence and didn't dare to agree easily.
Today, she went with Kelly.
Even Kelly was very respectful when meeting the Trade Center's person in charge.
Larry stepped out and said, "Don't worry, Chloe will handle this. If she can't even get the entry qualification, she doesn't deserve to be the chairman."
Hearing this, Chloe gave Larry a resentful look, as if to say, "You're always causing me trouble."
Meanwhile, Oscar had a look of a successful schemer.
He thought, 'Getting the entry qualification s impossible.'The Trade Center has announced that companies wanting to move in needs assets of at least $700 million.
'The Lewis family, at most, had $200 million in assets, far from enough.'
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