Chapter 273: Ruckus
As Lucien and Evangeline entered the building, they could already hear loud voices of arguing and cursing. Lucien raised a brow at that while a security guard rushed in, "Princess Evangeline, the place is not good inside. People have been provoked by the Union Leaders and are unwilling to listen. We feel this is a security threat and ask you to retreat as soon as possible. We will handle this, and then once the people have calmed down."
Evangeline frowned and looked at the security, "What is this about? What is the provocation?"
The security guard hesitated before answering, "The union leaders have been inciting the workers and spreading rumors. At the moment, they are claiming that you have not considered proposals from other investment companies because of your relationship with Mr. Lucien Frost. They are demanding that you apologize to everyone for giving them false hope and step down." Before Evangeline could react, Lucien snorted and shook his head, "They must think you a pushover. Are the union leaders foolish?"
Evangeline stiffened. She had the same thoughts in his head but another thing was at the top now. Lucien was used to being in control. Today’s conference was about establishing authority. Uncle Banfi was trying to show his reach while trying to show her as someone irresponsible and weak. If she retreated now, she would be able to a voice confrontation but if she went in now and something happened... things would get more chaotic.
Her newest worry was the establishment of her own identity. But Lucien was a protective man. She could already feel his aura becoming threatening as he prepared to defend her. Which would avert the disaster for now but make her look weaker in the long run.
She needed to go into this alone but how was she supposed to say this to him without it being offensive.
As she turned her head to look at him, thinking of something to say, Lucien spoke, "I have something to discuss with my team. I’ll go see them at the Hotel. Would an hour be enough?"
Evangeline sighed in relief. "Yes. It would be perfect."
Lucien smiled and quickly leaned forward, giving her a peck on the cheek and whispering, "Stay alert and protect yourself. Don’t make me regret not becoming the alpha male and beating my chest and not threatening people."