The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

Chapter 451:

Nate’s voice remained impassive.

“Then perhaps you should kneel and apologize properly.”

Rolf’s fingers twitched. His position as a company manager, his reputation among the powerful guests in attendance—none of that would survive if he kneeled before a woman. He would be the laughingstock of Lyhaton, perhaps even Pinetree City.

Calan stood frozen. There was no easy way out. If Rolf refused, Nate’s anger would only escalate. But if Rolf submitted, the Archer family’s dignity would be crushed underfoot.

Corrine, sensing the silent battle waging in the room, reached out and tugged gently at Nate’s sleeve. Then, she turned toward Calan, her voice calm but unwavering.

“I accept Rolf’s apology. Calan, I hope you do not blame me for causing this disturbance.”

Calan exhaled, his rigid stance easing slightly. He gave her a grateful nod.

at all, Miss Holland. You are too kind. I sincerely apologize on

into a gentle

are friends. There

slid an arm around Corrine’s waist and guided her out of the banquet hall. As they disappeared through the doors, Calan discreetly dabbed the cold sweat

stepped in, tonight

stories are on

Corrine’s

for you, and yet, at the crucial moment, you defended

her body softening against his.

was not your ultimate goal,

he absorbed Corrine’s

of the situation to challenge them so I

crowd. After all, it would serve no purpose in their business world. From the outset, humiliating the Archer family had never been his intention. Rather, he had seized this opening to confront Calan, transforming it into an opportunity

settled on her face, accompanied by