Chapter 149:
Gerard found himself thoroughly perplexed by her compliance. Still determined to mitigate the situation’s impact, he attempted to dissuade her. “Ms. Briggs, shouldn’t you reconsider—”
Why had she agreed so readily? This acquiescence seemed entirely incongruous with her established character.
“Provided you issue an online apology, this matter will be considered resolved,” Kristian stated, notably omitting any further mention of a personal apology to Ashley. “When identifying yourself, specify that you’re Ashley’s rival. Make no reference to our marital status.”
Freya offered no verbal response. He expected an apology? Did he truly believe she shared his simplistic mindset?
Kristian averted his gaze and addressed Gerard with complete emotional detachment. “Remain here and supervise her composition and publication of the apology.”
“Yes, sir.”
“After its publication, promote it to trending status.”
“Understood,” Gerard acknowledged.
As Kristian prepared to depart, he cast a final glance at Freya, delivering a parting threat. “I strongly advise against attempting any deception. Whatever actions you take, Farrah will bear the consequences on your behalf.”
With this ominous declaration, he collected his car keys and exited the premises.
Once seated in his vehicle, he delayed starting the engine. Despite his outward appearance of control, his inner state was far from serene. Reflecting on Freya’s attitude and comportment throughout the evening, he found himself consumed by an overwhelming sense of irritation.
As Kristian prepared to depart, he cast a final glance at Freya, delivering a parting threat. “I strongly advise against attempting any deception. Whatever actions you take, Farrah will bear the consequences on your behalf.”
g∆𝗅𝑛𝗈ν𝖊𝗅𝘀.𝗰𝓸𝗺, – 𝓃𝑒𝓍𝓉 𝒸𝒽𝒶𝓅𝓉𝑒𝓇𝓈 𝗈𝗇
With this ominous declaration, he collected his car keys and exited the premises.
Once seated in his vehicle, he delayed starting the engine. Despite his outward appearance of control, his inner state was far from serene. Reflecting on Freya’s attitude and comportment throughout the evening, he found himself consumed by an overwhelming sense of irritation.
It was the first time in a while that Freya had demonstrated such compliance.
Despite achieving his desired outcome, Kristian experienced an unsettling discomfort that settled deep within him.
After Kristian’s departure, Gerard gathered his courage and addressed Freya directly. “Ms. Briggs, why did you agree to apologize? Aren’t you essentially becoming the scapegoat?”
“The scapegoat?” Freya echoed.
“Don’t you think that’s what’s happening?”
“It is,” Freya admitted, having forgiven him for his earlier words. “But your boss remains convinced of my guilt.”
“Maybe you could explain the situation to him again.” Gerard couldn’t bear witnessing Freya accepting blame unfairly. “If you clarified things a few more times, surely he would believe you.”
Freya’s penetrating gaze settled on him. “Do you honestly believe that yourself?”
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