Chapter 403
Ruby, initially ready to begin her meal, paused at Bryan’s words. She saw the sincerity in his expression and knew he wouldn’t be able to relax until the issue was addressed.
Setting down her spoon, she spoke up, “Well, I need to know something. Can you assure me that the issues of the past won’t repeat?”
Eileen was taken aback by Ruby’s directness and turned to Bryan, curious to see how he would respond.
“I can guarantee that, not just in words, but in actions,” Bryan declared. He then stood, carefully placed Gabriela in her stroller, and retrieved some documents that Josue had prepared but wasn’t allowed to deliver personally. Given the gravity of the matter, he was concerned things might worsen with Josue’s presence.
“These documents are the share transfer notices for EB Group, along with all properties registered in my name. I’ve signed them over to Eileen unconditionally,” he explained as he laid the papers in front of her. “Everything is legitimate. Once you sign them and they’re notarized, they’ll take effect immediately. From that point on, I’ll own nothing; everything will be yours.”
Stunned by the extent of Bryan’s preparations, Eileen couldn’t hide her shock. Even his shares in EB Group?
“No, no…” Ruby interjected, clearly surprised. “That’s not what I was asking for. I didn’t mean for you to give up everything to Eileen!”
Bryan calmly resumed his seat and gently lifted Gabriela into his arms again. “I did this willingly as a commitment to both of you. It’s my way of showing you both how serious I am.”
His earnestness was evident, and it was clear he had thought this through carefully, preparing everything in advance.
Eileen glanced at Ruby, who averted her gaze, suddenly feeling that perhaps she had overstepped. “I shouldn’t have brought this up. It’s your decision to make,” Ruby murmured, feeling a pang of guilt for pushing Bryan into a corner.
“We’ll discuss this later.” Eileen gently pushed the documents back towards Bryan, suggesting, “Let’s eat first.”
Bryan, however, was resolute, sliding the papers back to her. “It can’t wait. I’ve made my decision clear, and I need you to accept them now.”
His eyes locked on Eileen, his expression unyielding, urging her to sign right then and there.
Eileen, feeling overwhelmed, responded, “Why would you transfer the EB Group shares to me? Managing the company without any shares will complicate things for you in the future.” Not having any shares would surely put him at a disadvantage with the shareholders.
Bryan replied calmly, “I’ll be recovering from my injuries for a few months, and EB Group can’t just pause operations. With the shares in your hands, it’s perfect for you to oversee things.”