The Almighty Dominance

Chapter 71

Chapter 71

Sophia stood at the centre of the banquet hall, her eyes fixed on Alex, who lingered unobtrusively in the corner.

Words caught in her throat as confusion and disbelief swirled within her.

How had Alex managed to make Peter Smith, of all people, tremble with fear? Even the powerful Lancaster family couldn't command such a reaction from him. Watching Peter's desperate pleas, she was certain Alex must have tricked him somehow-probably with his usual swagger and exaggerated tales.

He was, after all, the king of braggarts.

At least she hadn't been gullible enough to fall for his antics like poor Peter had.

"Peter, please stand up. People are watching," Sophia urged softly, a flush of embarrassment creeping up her neck

Peter remained kneeling, his head bowed low.

"Miss Sophia, I beg you-promise me you'll help secure Mr. Alex's forgiveness. Only then will I rise."

"Fine, fine," she relented, hoping to end the spectacle. "Just get up."

Nearby, Malvin, Mike, Amelia, and other members of the Lancaster family watched in stunned silence.

Peter, who moments ago had been raging and even struck them, was now meekly beseeching Sophia, as docile as a chastened child.

Mike, still smarting from the earlier confrontation, saw an opportunity to assert himself. He strode up to Peter with a scowl.

"What on earth are you doing, Peter?"

Without warning, Peter swung his hand, delivering a sharp slap to Mike's face.

"I'm putting you in your place!" he snapped. "Who are you to disrespect Mr. Alex? Stay out of my sight, or you'll regret it every time we cross paths!"

Mike stumbled back, shock and humiliation evident on his face.

He quickly retreated, not daring to provoke Peter further.

"Mr. Smith, please refrain from striking my family," Sophia interjected firmly.

Peter immediately lowered his head. "Yes, Miss Sophia. I apologize. It won't happen again."

Sophia shook her head, exasperated, and turned toward Alex, who stood watching the scene unfold with an inscrutable expression.

Peter trailed closely behind her, his demeanor a mix of fear and deference.

Grabbing Alex's arm, she whispered urgently, "Alex, what on earth did you do to him?"

"I didn't do anything. He approached me, claiming he was engaged to you."

"That's not happening!" she snapped, irritation flaring.

told him," Alex

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"Then why

lightly. "I have

"You must have tricked him, pretending to be

curved his

with your tall tales, but you don't fool me. Whatever you've done, just forgive him. He's already

might deserve a bit of humbling?" Alex suggested, a hint of

eyes widened, and despite herself, she felt a flicker

seeing Peter hit them, especially after her family had

let Alex see

you're pleased," he teased

to mask her grin

conceded, pulling out his

quick message to Alfred Kingston before glancing back at Peter. "Good performance, I've forgiven you." Peter's face

Mr. Alex. I will never forget this kindness! If you ever need

Alex replied, waving dismissively. "You and your family are

eyes widened in disbelief. How could anyone

he bowed again. "I'm sorry

Alex's command-so

started sweating, feeling lucky just to be

hurriedly excused himself. "I'll take my leave now, Mr.

"How on earth does he believe all your... b

ing?"

Amelia instructed the

seats, the atmosphere

of the Lancaster Group, Mike Lancaster..." the announcer's voice echoed through

Sophia, noticing the shadow that

tone. "Do you

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She nodded silently.

step out, then," he suggested gently. "There's a cozy café down

we can grab

her

they slipped out of the grand hall, leaving behind

simply to

the Master of Ceremonies

and striking young woman ascended the stage, taking the microphone with

Kingston, who couldn't be here tonight. I'm here to

rippled

well-known as Jasmine's representative, often stepping in

to Jasmine's health issues.

continued, her gaze sharp as it settled on

address a