Chapter 025

Renee's calmness caught everyone by surprise.

This person, once the most marginalized in the Grey family, was no longer timid or speaking with a lowered head.

She stood on the stage, standing for herself.

Her gaze was clear and determined, sweeping over Carl's cold and dangerous face without any trace of retreat.

As the situation turned, all cameras focused on Reporter Riley and Annie.

Riley, feeling uncertain, instinctively looked towards Annie.

Annie frowned slightly, giving him a meaningful look.

Riley loudly rebutted, "Ms. Lacey, you can't slander Ms. Simmons and me just because I asked you a few questions!"

Annie, with reddened eyes, said, "Renee, I know you're angry that the school secured a competition spot for me. I just wanted an apology. I've already agreed to settle with the police. If you insist on this, I'll withdraw. I just ask that you stop making trouble. This is putting the Grey family and Carl in a difficult position."

Using retreat as a strategy was Annie's most comm