Love At The Wrong Table

Those who laughed and enjoyed Emmanuel’s

misfortune earlier felt their cheeks heat up in

embarrassment.

None of them knew that the man who looked shabby

was, in fact, part of the Quillen family.

When did the Quillen family have a man among them?

Milani’s mind had gone blank, while Chase dared not

utter a word.

Even Claudette couldn’t hide her shock. Emmanuel has

joined the Quillen family? Does he work for them? Or

has he become a live–in son–in–law?

Despite being the center of attention, Emmanuel was

confused as he didn’t know who Beatrix was.

Adam hastily explained, “Ms. Beatrix, I am deeply sorry

for my error. I had absolutely no idea that this man

was your personal guest, nor did I know he was a

member of the esteemed Quillen family!”

“If you don’t know anything, why didn’t you check first?

Isn’t it rude to kick someone out after allowing him

entry?”

Beatrix’s retort struck Adam silent.

At first, he intended to look into the issue further, but

upon overhearing people talking, particularly Milani’s

comment, he made an impulsive decision without

conducting an investigation into Emmanuel’s identity.

This is my fault. If Ms. Beatrix tells Old Mr. Quillen about

this, I’ll get fired tonight.

“I’m really sorry, sir. The inconsiderate treatment you

received was due to my oversight. Please accept my

apology!”

With that, Adam gave a polite bow, seeking

Emmanuel’s forgiveness.

That sight caused everyone’s jaws to drop open in

disbelief.

Emmanuel is just a useless man. Who is he to get

treated this way?

Milani bit her lip, refusing to accept what happened in

front of her face.

Many shared her sentiment, too.

At first, Emmanuel was met with scornful stares, but

now, the people who had regarded him with such

contempt were casting him glances of surprise and

admiration.

Some were even sneaking out of the hall as they were

afraid Emmanuel would settle scores with them with

Beatrix’s help.

Emmanuel gazed at Beatrix in surprise, as he still had

no idea who she was.

Beatrix merely winked at him smugly.

Before Emmanuel said a word, Adam kept his head

bowed.

An air of awkward silence lingered in the air.

“It’s fine. You were just doing your job, anyway,”

Emmanuel said.

He didn’t blame Adam for treating him that way.

Nevertheless, he was a vengeful person and added,

“However, this young man named Keegan was

arrogant and insolent, so I don’t think he should stay

here lest he bullies someone else. Do you understand

what I’m saying?”

Hearing that, Keegan raised his hand tactfully and left

the scene before Adam could take action.

No matter how much pride he had, he was not foolish

enough to challenge the Quillen family while they were

hosting a celebration.

Chills ran down everyone’s spines as they started

fearing their fates.

After all, they didn’t side with Emmanuel earlier. If he

were to nitpick on them, they would all have to leave

the party.

Even so, Emmanuel wasn’t that petty. He was not that Content (C) Nôv/elDra/ma.Org.

foolish to use Beatrix’s reputation to offend the guests.

After dealing with the situation, Beatrix turned to

Claudette and Roselynn. “Ladies, I need to talk to him.

in private. Will you please excuse us?”

Roselynn nodded eagerly. They were currently at the

Quillen family’s party, and Beatrix had just saved them

from a very awkward moment.

Despite her reluctance, Claudette was polite enough

to fake a nonchalant smile. “If he’s part of the Quillen

family, why would you need our approval to bring him

away?”

“Thanks!”

With that, Beatrix tugged the socially inept Emmanuel

away.

Emmanuel’s brows furrowed together. Who is this

young lady? Why didn’t she seek my approval before

tugging me away?