Chapter 1050: stronger than ever!
"I am acknowledging Jonathan Pierson as part of the Pierson Family," Zoren announced. He scanned everyone’s reactions and added, "Moreover, it is the chairwoman’s wish to have him learn about the company and the family."
A wave of silence settled over the meeting room, allowing Zoren’s cold statement to linger. Dean quickly slammed his hand on the table, shattering the silence.
"Nonsense!" Dean roared. "If accepting illegitimate children into our family and making them public is something we’d do, then wouldn’t that be a problem for our family?"
"I’m afraid I have to agree with Director Dean," some others chimed in sternly. "This board is aware of certain personal issues within the Pierson Family. However, as long as it doesn’t affect the company, we can turn a blind eye to them. This, however, is a different matter."
"Imagine other people claiming to be part of the Pierson Family just because they think being acknowledged will give them a free pass to the company," another member added, pounding his fist against the table.
"CEO Pierson, there have been a few other illegitimate children in this family, and if they think you support this, it wouldn’t be good for any of us!"
"The family is one thing, but the company is another. The Pierson Family promised to protect and prioritize the Pierson Corporation above all else!"
"Do you have another way to handle this news?" Another board member scowled. "Ignoring this will only make it worse!"
"And releasing a statement, acknowledging an illegitimate child, and letting him into the company will make it twice as big!"
In an instant, everyone expressed their thoughts, and the room became a full debate. Half of the attendees argued that Jonathan shouldn’t be publicly acknowledged, fearing it would complicate matters. The other half expressed support, arguing that it would be best to divert public scrutiny.