"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 with

either escalate or be smoothed over, depending

seemed to be offering an apology, but in reality, he was laying a trap. If Lila accepted his offer and asked for any form of compensation,

sleeve, signaling her

a small shake of the head, a

Lila's lips curved into a smile.

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

but there was mockery

background. Just another small-time woman who can't resist

had time to settle before

Mr. Andy's behalf for his disrespect toward

Moore family

"What

that apology seriously? Did she dare

sister. She did nothing wrong, yet she was blamed at

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

She hadn't expected Lila

she lifted her head and

heart. With or without

family, she was always

time she used

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