Chapter 1299

Liam's words instantly made the atmosphere unbearably awkward!

Reginald, in particular, was livid. His grip on his cane tightened until his knuckles turned white, and he trembled with rage as he pointed a finger at Liam and roared, "You... you... you've crossed the line!! This is the Stone household. Do you have no respect for our rules?"

Celena, who had been quietly crying, jerked her head up, her eyes brimming with tears, one still hanging on like it did not want to fall.

She reached under the table and gave Liam's arm a desperate, gentle tug, whispering, "Liam, let's just drop it, okay? Let's finish dinner and head home, please?"

Liam looked at her, torn between anger and concern, but for Celena's sake, he let out a resigned sigh and gave a small nod.

Seeing that, Celena's lips curled into a weak smile.

However, not everyone was ready to move on.

Wasyl stood up abruptly, a sneer plastered on his face as he turned to Liam and said, "So, Liam, you're telling us you brought Mr.