Chapter 20: Unraveling Scandal

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As the Monday morning board meeting commenced, Aoom and Meena slipped seamlessly back into their roles at the helm of the corporation. Aoom, poised and professional, made her way to the conference room, Meena following closely behind, her tablet in hand as she checked her boss's schedule for the day.

The room fell silent as Aoom entered, the weight of her presence casting a palpable aura of authority over the assembled board members. With a nod of acknowledgment, she took her seat at the head of the table, her gaze sweeping across the room as she greeted each member in turn.

"Good morning, everyone," Aoom began, her voice commanding attention as she addressed the room. "I'd like to start by congratulating each and every one of you on the success of our recent event. Your hard work and dedication have truly paid off, and I couldn't be prouder of what we've accomplished together."

As the meeting progressed, Aoom delved into a detailed discussion of the company's current status, outlining key initiatives and addressing any concerns raised by the board members. Her authoritative demeanor and keen insights garnered nods of approval from those in attendance, a testament to her leadership skills and strategic vision.

However, amidst the productive discourse, Aoom was unexpectedly interrupted by a board member who approached her with a phone in hand. "Ms. Chaiyawat, I think you should see this," he said, his expression grave as he handed her the device.

The headline of the news article read: "Engfa Sparks Scandal: Aoom Chaiyawat of Aoom Corporation Caught in Controversy with her Secretary"

The headline of the news article read: "Engfa Sparks Scandal: Aoom Chaiyawat of Aoom Corporation Caught in Controversy with her Secretary"

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Aoom took a deep breath, her expression composed as she addressed the board members. "Thank you for bringing this to my attention," she began, her voice steady and authoritative. "However, I believe it's imperative that we remain focused on the matters at hand during our board meeting."

Aoom's gaze hardened as she scanned the headline on the phone, her lips pressing into a thin line. "Engfa's antics may be entertaining for the tabloids, but they hold no relevance to the integrity of our company," she remarked, her tone laced with a hint of disdain. "And as for the speculation surrounding my relationship with Ms. Meena," she continued, her voice taking on a subtly suggestive tone, "let me assure you all that our interactions are strictly professional." Yet, beneath the surface, her words carried a subtle implication, hinting at a deeper connection that transcended the confines of the workplace. With a meaningful glance, she conveyed to those present that while their relationship may appear to be purely business-oriented, there existed a bond founded on mutual respect and admiration.

Aoom's gaze swept across the room, meeting each board member's eyes with a steely resolve. "As a company, we must rise above such petty gossip and remain dedicated to our goals and objectives," she asserted. "Now, if there are no further pressing matters to discuss, let us return our focus to the agenda at hand."

With that, Aoom shifted the conversation back to the important topics outlined for the meeting, steering the discussion away from the distracting headlines and back to the matters that truly demanded their attention.

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