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Alice heard Jack’s low voice beside her. His unwavering support carried considerable weight. Mrs. Garcia and Mrs. Parker’s expressions changed; Mrs. Garcia nearly lost control.

Mrs. Garcia’s smile tightened.“Jack, it was a childish misunderstanding. There’s no need to make a fuss.” She doubted Jack would hold the Mos accountable, given their families‘ ties. Mrs. Parker chimed in.“Yes, your mother and Mrs. Garcia are close friends. Don’t be so impolite.”

Jack’s tone was cold.“Two separate matters.” The change in his tone made everyone look at Mrs. Garcia differently.

Mrs. Garcia looked at Alice, her eyes pleading.“Miss Windham, I know Max was wrong. I’ll discipline her. I apologize on her behalf.” Her teary eyes and pleading tone were designed to elicit sympathy.

Alice, having been manipulated by white lotuses in her past life, was immune.“No need for your apology, Mrs. Garcia. Justice will prevail.”

Mrs. Garcia’s face‘ fell. Alice was defying her, emboldened by Jack.

Mrs. Garcia said, her voice choked with tears, “Miss Windham, if you drop this, I’ll grant any request.”

Someone scolded Alice, “Enough! Mrs. Garcia apologized and offered to fulfill your demands. Don’t push your luck!”

could respond, Jack’s face darkened. His stern expression hinted at his displeasure. The man who’d spoken earlier shrank back.

wrong,” Jack said.

came to a party, and that vicious Max, jealous of her, tried

Wilson, your words hurt. Max isn’t

Max apologize! She made a mistake and hid behind you.

tried to smooth things over.“Mr. Wilson, you

shouldn’t mind my words,

at Alice, her

was on bail;

the girl planting the bracelet; there’s no proof Max

intervened.“Why make a fuss over a small matter? Miss

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chimed in, “People from modest backgrounds lack grace. They can’t handle

a

gaze swept over her.“I heard your son had an

Garcia retorted, “You can’t take a joke

isn’t a joke!”

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