Chapter 39

I tilted my head to look at Elias, who also turned to look at me. Then he chuckled softly, turning to talk to Lorne. "You haven't apologized to my wife; this matter cannot be ignored."

Lorne's face darkened, and his hands on the table were curled tightly, showing his anger. His guard was even more hot-tempered. As soon as Elias finished speaking, he wanted to rush forward, but Lorne stopped him in time.

My back stiffened and sweat-drenched my palms. Suddenly, a hand was covering mine with a clear message telling me to rest assured, but I couldn't calm down in this dangerous situation.

The atmosphere became increasingly tense; even a strand of hair falling to the ground could make a noise. I nervously swallowed my saliva. I thought there would be a terrible battle, but unexpectedly, I heard Lorne's voice. "I'm sorry; it was my mistake this time."

I froze, turning to look at Elias as if to correct the truth. Elias smirked, patting my head as if everything had been planned for him. "I'm