Chapter 58

The others guffawed, and Nicholas's blood began to boil. He couldn't believe what he was hearing. How dare they humiliate Joseph like that? And what was wrong with them, talking about Sarah like she was some kind of joke? He had rejected her proposal, but that didn't mean she was worthless.

And to make matters worse, his father had scolded Joseph for Sarah's actions, making him feel like he was to blame for his daughter's mistake. Now, his colleagues were making fun of him, and Nicholas had had enough.

He quickened his pace, his fists clenched at his sides. The group didn't notice him approaching, too caught up in their own laughter and mockery.

But when Nicholas reached them, he didn't hesitate. He grabbed the tall, lanky man by the collar and slammed him against the wall, his face inches from his.

"Apologize," Nicholas growled, his voice low and menacing. "Apologize to Joseph, right now."

The man's eyes went wide, and he stuttered, "I-I'm sorry..."

Nicholas's grip tightened. "