Chapter 1400

Noel's expression remained cold as he responded, "No need. I'm not worthy to hear such an apology."

Deric was dumbfounded. He had not anticipated Noel to be someone so influential that even his uncle was terrified of him.

Deric did not realize that Harvey's presence at that dinner was because he was from Redhoc. After all, the dinner was organized by Aden Whalen, the mayor, to welcome Aaron Clements, the wealthiest man from Redhoc, who was planning to invest there.

"Why are you standing there? Get over here and kneel!" Harvey barked, his face dark with anger.

Deric was shocked. He knew he was in big trouble. He had always been in awe of his uncle, but kneeling in front of Cecilia and apologizing to someone else was something he could not stomach.

Harvey, however, was beside himself with rage, ready to step in and force the issue. Realizing that kneeling was his only way out, Deric quickly knelt and said, "I'm sorry, Mr. Ray. I didn't recognize you and spoke out of turn. Please for