Zuko gently squeezed her shoulder, signaling to her with a smile to remain silent. He then turned his gaze to the manager, maintaining a calm expression, and inquired, “I’m not quite clear on what you mean by ‘a gesture of apology’?”

“Well…” the manager glanced at Heidi and raised his voice, “As one of the highest-rated hotels in Southeast Aciatic, we failed to properly vet our guests’ backgrounds, allowing certain troublemakers to stay here. It’s truly a neglect of our duty!”

“What did you say!?” Heidi immediately shouted, her voice rising, “Who are you referring to? Who!?”

The manager crossed his arms in front of his chest and gave her an impatient look. The bodyguards swiftly reacted and grabbed hold of Heidi’s arms, preparing to escort her out.

The students widened their eyes, murmuring in surprise.

“I apologize, Ms. Lister,” the manager interjected, crossing his hands and consulting the information on his iPad. A trace of contempt flickered in his eyes. “Upon investigation, it has come to light that your total assets amount to less than $1,000,000, rendering you temporarily ineligible to stay at our hotel.

“According to Southeast Aciatic law, hotels possess the right to evict guests who do not meet the check-in criteria!”

“So…” The manager sneered, emphasizing each word. “Please leave!”

her mind going blank as a ringing sound buzzed in her ears. What kind of absurd law was this?

all have $1,000,000? And what about Lina? I know this student!

to refute her.

accepted numerous gifts from us in the past. Don’t you know the backgrounds we

Lister, that’s not how you set a good example! Your

Heidi gasped for breath, but the students, seemingly coordinated, rolled their eyes at her

blankly at the unfolding scene. Her eyes revealed a

wasted no more words and

and

his hand on Lina’s shoulder and looked at

“Didn’t the manager just say they’ll upgrade

sensation in her heart. She turned to look

see him clearly. She couldn’t grasp his true essence or understand

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