"Apologies, Ms. Hart. Andy was spoiled growing up. He's still young, and if he said anything offensive just now, I hope you can overlook it." Harrison's tone was polite enough.

But Lila didn't miss the subtle look in his eyes.

Even after Faith had made it clear she was Kieran's wife, Harrison still addressed her as Ms. Hart.

His disdain for her was no less than Stefan's, perhaps even worse.

After all, the Moore family strictly followed the rules of lineage and hierarchy.

The only people they considered worthy of speaking to as equals were those with real power and status.

Faith took a steady breath as if gathering her courage, before speaking. "Uncle Harrison, Andy might be the youngest at home, but out in the world, he's a grown

man.

"In fact, he's even a few months older than Mrs. Morgan. Asking her to tolerate his behavior because he's 'still young', do you think that's appropriate?"

Harrison's polite smile faded slightly. He gave Faith a long, measuring look before turning back to Lila.

"You're right. I've been treating him like a child for too long. Good thing Faith reminded me, otherwise, I would've made a fool of myself. How about this? I'll take this kid to the hospital first.

"Once the event is over, I'd like to treat Ms. Hart to dinner. And if that's still not enough, feel free to name any other request."

guests exchanged glances, each

could either escalate or be smoothed

If Lila accepted his offer and

signaling

small shake of the head, a silent warning not to push

Lila's lips curved

stiffened. If Lila ended up losing face here, on Morgan Group's own property, he would be the

there was mockery hidden beneath

background. Just

to settle before Lila spoke

Andy's behalf for his disrespect toward me. But Ms. Moore has

Moore family

frown deepened. "What do

apology seriously? Did she

nothing wrong, yet she was blamed at every turn. Is that what the Moore family calls proper upbringing?" Lila

you think you are to interfere?" Andy snapped, his blood-smeared face twisted with

surprise. She hadn't expected Lila to

she lifted her head

laugh in her heart. With or without someone speaking up for her, she already knew

family, she was always the

a time she used to look down on Lila. It

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