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.

what I told

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evident. "Then why is he so

shrugged lightly. "I have

must have tricked him, pretending to be someone

knowing smile curved his lips.

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 mischief

despite herself,

deny feeling a bit vindicated seeing Peter hit them, especially after her family

couldn't let Alex see

you're pleased," he

she muttered, trying to mask her grin with a stern

he conceded, pulling out his

Alfred Kingston before glancing back at Peter. "Good performance, I've forgiven

you, Mr. Alex. I will never forget this kindness! If you ever need anything, just call me- I'll do whatever

"You and your family are too insignificant for me to

disbelief. How could anyone

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

Alex's command-so who

started sweating, feeling lucky just to

excused himself. "I'll take my leave

turned to Alex, her eyes searching. "How on earth does he believe

ing?"

the Master of Ceremonies to proceed with

seats, the atmosphere shifting as the program

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

the

softened his tone. "Do

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She nodded silently.

step out, then," he suggested gently. "There's

we can grab some coffee

faint smile touched her lips. "I'd

slipped out of the grand hall, leaving behind

act is simply to walk beside someone in their quiet

the Master of Ceremonies continued, "Please welcome

ascended the stage, taking the microphone with

on behalf of my cousin, Jasmine Kingston, who couldn't be here tonight.

applause rippled through the

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

to Jasmine's health issues.

Kelly continued, her gaze sharp

address a matter