Of course, even if Madelyn harbored doubts about Homelander deep down, she would never lightly put those thoughts into words.
Instead, with nearly perfect public relations skills, she would deftly weave a web of trust around Homelander before the Board of Directors and the president, dispelling those potential shadows.
This was not only because she knew full well about the complex psychological issues hidden deep within Homelander; logically speaking, those issues almost ruled him out as a possibility.
Because Homelander did not have the brains for it.
More importantly, Madelyn's prominent position within Vought Company—her ability, as a woman, to break through countless barriers and become Executive Vice President—had all been built upon Homelander's powerful yet subtle support.
Madelyn had skillfully exploited Homelander's almost maternal dependence on her, along with his twisted and complicated mental state, turning this nearly invincible wielder of Superpowers into Vought Company's most secretive and effective weapon.
She had assigned Homelander to handle tasks that could not see the light of day, such as secretly disposing of failed Compound Five experiment subjects or eliminating insiders who might leak company secrets.
Though these operations were dark and fraught with danger, under Madelyn's careful arrangements, they had become crucial pieces in consolidating her position and expanding her influence.
Once she lost Homelander's protection, her place atop this pyramid of power would become precarious.
After all, Madelyn's ambitions extended far beyond this. She dreamed of one day wearing the crown of Vought Company's president and becoming the undisputed queen of this vast empire.
Therefore, at this crucial moment, any disturbance that could shake her foundations had to be swiftly and effectively calmed down.
"Don't worry, John. Leave this matter to me. You just got out of the Black Ops Division's predicament. You must be exhausted, so go back and