Chapter 32: A Man's Pride

Even though Brielle was at the center of the latest gossip, she didn't seem the least bit worried about her situation. Instead, she took the initiative to say, "Adonis, I'm sorry." Adonis had also heard the murmurs around them. He frowned slightly. "Brielle, why are you apologizing to me? I'm the one who caused this mess, and now you're being dragged into it. If anything, I should be the one saying sorry." Brielle tucked a loose strand of hair behind her ear, her voice tinged with self-mockery...