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.

I told him," Alex replied

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skepticism evident. "Then why is he so

shrugged lightly. "I have no

her eyes. "You must have tricked him,

knowing smile curved his lips. "But

"You might have fooled him with your tall tales, but you don't fool me. Whatever you've done, just

humbling?" Alex suggested, a

herself,

bit vindicated seeing Peter hit them,

she couldn't let Alex see

admit you're pleased,"

muttered, trying to mask her grin with a stern look. "Just

conceded, pulling

back at Peter. "Good performance, I've forgiven you." Peter's face flooded with

I will never forget this kindness! If

replied, waving dismissively. "You and your family are

disbelief. How could

he bowed again. "I'm sorry if our family

Kingston had to follow Alex's command-so who were the

sweating, feeling lucky just to be

take

"How on earth does he believe all your... b Alex gave a

ing?"

the Master of Ceremonies to proceed with the

take their seats, the atmosphere shifting as the

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

at Sophia, noticing the

softened his tone. "Do you want

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She nodded silently.

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

can grab some

touched her lips.

the grand hall, leaving behind the glittering chandeliers and

act is simply to walk beside

Master of Ceremonies continued,

and striking young woman ascended the stage,

"I apologize on behalf of my cousin, Jasmine Kingston, who couldn't be here tonight. I'm here to speak on her

applause rippled

Jasmine's representative, often stepping

to Jasmine's health issues.

a message," Kelly continued, her gaze sharp as it settled on Mike

wishes to address a