Chapter 99 An Apology

Chapter 99 An Apology

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As dusk settled, the shops lining the streets and the towering buildings illuminated with soft, welcoming lights, casting a warm glow all around.

She understood Zachary's intentions; she knew he genuinely wanted to make things right. Yet, the presence of Susanna felt like a ticking time bomb, keeping her on edge.

Despite Zachary's promise not to meet Susanna alone, she couldn't shake the uncertainty of what he might do the next time Susanna came to pester him.

Lenora thought to herself that unless Susanna completely left the picture, they could never return to the way things once were.

Zachary observed Lenora's expression, gripping her hand tightly. He was determined to prove through his actions that he genuinely wanted to spend his life with her.

After grabbing a quick bite to eat, they headed to the club. The car pulled into the clubhouse and made its way toward the underground parking garage.

Zachary and Lenora exited the car one after the other, making their way to their usual private room. The lighting in the room was dim, and familiar voices filled the air as friends engaged in lively conversation,

Zachary pushed the door open, and all eyes turned toward them.

Finn chuckled. "Zack, that's not fair! None of us brought a date, and yet you brought Ms. Carston along? Trying to show off to us?"

Lenora was a step behind Zachary, half of

her body shielded by him. The brightly lit hallway contrasted sharply with the dim interior of the room, preventing Finn from clearly seeing Lenora's face and leading him to assume that the woman accompanying Zachary was Susanna. Raising an eyebrow, Michael recognized Lenora instantly and couldn't help but glance at Zachary.

Charles cleared his throat, "Ahem..."

For a moment, the atmosphere felt heavy and awkward, thick with tension.

Zachary walked in, holding Lenora's hand, and chided, Even Lafite 1982 can't silence you?"

Finn realized the person by

quickly stood up, apologizing profusely, "Nora, I'm so sorry! I didn't recognize you. Come, sit here. I'll drink three

himself three glasses

initially mistaken

the past, Zachary never

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had only exchanged simple nods to maintain

to accompany Zachary to

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said, settling onto the couch and casting a glance at Zachary, wearing a half smile. Zachary caught the sarcasm in her tone but remained unfazed. He sat beside her and asked, "Would you be upset if I had brought her

would I be upset? She's

Zachary leaned in closer, his right hand resting casually on the back

others exchanged knowing glances, careful not to let their surprise show too overtly. Though they returned

with utmost respect and

her role; she didn't take herself too seriously and rarely frequented the club for leisure. Instead, she dedicated herself to hard

resembled that of the class misfit and the top student: merely acquaintances

of them. In the past, when he brought Susanna along, the atmosphere was different. He would chat with his friends

status, she was not someone to be

approve

Susanna? Charles couldn't

called out, asking, "weren't you going to apologize to

who had prompted her

law.

ran down Charles's spine when he caught Zachary's gaze. He approached with a drink in hand. "Nora, I spoke out of turn and offended you. I truly apologize. On behalf

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in one gulp and raised the empty

others exchanged glances before

everyone that Zachary had gathered them

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