Chapter 659
Lemira heard the man’s low voice next to her ear.
Orion had been standing by her side, defending her from the very beginning.
This man’s words carried significant weight.
At the very least, Lemira saw the expressions on both Mrs. Amelia and Mrs. Waverly’s faces change; Mrs. Amelia, in particular, almost lost her composure.
Mrs. Amelia’s smile was stiff. “Orion, what are you saying? It was just a silly squabble between children. There’s no need to blow it out of proportion p>
Mrs. Amelia thought that given their families’ relationship, Orion wouldn’t actually help Lemira hold the Sinclairs accountable.
Mrs. Waverly also tried to smooth things over. “That’s right. After all, Mrs. Amelia and your mother are such good friends. You should show her some respect p>
Orion’s tone was dismissive. “Business is business p>
Lemira noticed that after he said this, the way people were looking at Mrs. Amelia had changed, their eyes now filled with a mixture of curiosity and schadenfreude.
In the end, Mrs. Amelia had no choice but to turn to Lemira, her eyes soft and pleading. “Ms. Langston, I know Susanna is not blameless in this. I promise I will discipline her when I get home. For now, please allow me to apologize to you on her behalf p>
Mrs. Amelia naturally had a gentle, fragile appearance. Now with tears welling in her eyes and a pleading tone, she looked like someone who could melt any heart.
Lemira had been poisoned to death by a two-faced schemer in her past life; this time around, she was immune to their tricks.
She replied directly, “There’s no need for you to apologize, Mrs. Amelia. We’ll simply let the consequences play out as they should p>
Mrs. Amelia’s expression froze for a moment. She hadn’t expected Lemira to be so disrespectful. What an upstart, daring to oppose the Sinclair family just because she had Orion backing her?
Her eyes red, Mrs. Amelia’s voice choked with emotion. “Ms. Langston, as long as you drop this matter, I’ll agree to any conditions you propose p>
Someone nearby couldn’t stand it anymore and chided Lemira, “That’s enough out of you, Mrs. Amelia has personally apologized and ever offered you compensation. Don’t be so shameless p>
Before Lemira could speak, she saw Orion’s expression darken.
The man’s features were sharp and defined, and when his face was tense, he exuded an intimidating aura.
Seeing Orion’s obvious anger, the middle-aged man who had spoken faltered. “I wasn’t wrong p>
“Wrong? You couldn’t be more wrong p>
Matthew walked over, having had his fill of food, and just in time to overhear the conversation. He didn’t hold back. “She came to this party with good intentions, and that vicious Susanna out of sheep jealousy played this pathetic trick to frame her for theft and ruin her reputation. And now you think a half-hearted apology and a ‘kids will be kids’ excuse will make it all go away? The Sinclair family has no sincerity at all p>
Matthew’s defense made Lemira’s cheeks flush.
Mrs. Amelia’s tone soured. “Young Mr. Everhart, your words are hurtful. Susanna isn there. As her mother it’s my duty to apologize and resolve this on her behalf. What’s wrong with that p>
“You should be calling Susanna and telling her to get over here and beg for forgiveness. She’s the one who did something wrong, and now she’s hiding behind you. How is that right p>
Matthew retorted, leaving the Sinclairs no room to maneuver.
Seeing the situation escalating, Mrs. Waverly tried to intervene. “Young Mr.
Everhart, how can you speak to Mrs. Amelia like that p>
“I’m just a kid. I’ve always been blunt. As my elders, surely you won’t hold it against me, right p>
Matthew shot back, turning their own guilt-tripping tactic against them.
Mrs. Amelia couldn’t even force a smile now. Her gaze toward Lemira was cold. “Ms. Langston, are you determined to press charges p>