Chapter 167
Chapter 167:
Despite his attentiveness, Brenna remained distant, skeptical of his motives and likening him to Jayceon—charming but not to be trusted. She doubted the sincerity of Ethan’s interest, suspecting it was merely superficial.
She adopted a cold demeanor, deliberately keeping Ethan at arm’s length and avoiding conversation with him.
Ethan, for his part, was not upset. Throughout the evening, he patiently sought a chance to explain himself to her.
As the event drew to a close, guests began to leave. Shepard, Giselle, and their sons stood by the doorway, saying their goodbyes.
With the hall emptying, Brenna finally seized the opportunity to relax and eat. Her hunger had reached its peak.
No sooner had she begun her meal than two figures approached. Turning, Brenna saw Sylvie and Vivian, both exquisitely dressed. Their arrival jogged her memory—she had almost forgotten they were attendees.
Rosie was also dining at the same large round table. She offered a warm smile to Brenna and said, “Brenna, Sylvie and Vivian came here specifically to offer you their apologies p>
Brenna struggled to remember any wrongdoing by them. She wasn’t one to hold grudges; she preferred to address conflicts directly.
“Why exactly are they apologizing to me?” Brenna asked, giving them only a fleeting glance before returning to her meal.
Sylvie, observing Brenna’s dismissive attitude, bristled with annoyance. Brenna’s disregard for her and her family irritated her. Even though Brenna was from the powerful Harper family, Sylvie’s family was equally influential in Shirie. She thought to herself that if Brenna continued to look down on her, she would make sure she regretted it.
Despite her irritation, Sylvie maintained a charming smile. She knew that Brenna’s rising status within the Harper family would likely eclipse Rosie’s, granting her significant influence over the Harper Group’s affairs.
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She understood the dangers of crossing Brenna, whose reputation for merciless tactics could bring trouble to her family.
Sylvie said, “During the horse race event, we acted inappropriately, thinking you weren’t truly a Harper, just an opportunist. At the time, we believed our actions were justified. However, we were wrong about your status. We sincerely regret the misunderstanding and hope you can forgive us p>
Vivian, noticing Brenna’s lack of response, grew increasingly dissatisfied. With visible frustration, she added, “We’re sincerely apologizing. Why are you being so dismissive p>
Brenna continued eating gracefully. When she finished, she said, “Your apologies aren’t necessary. You’ve already faced consequences for your previous actions. If there’s nothing more, I’d appreciate it if you left. Our paths are unlikely to cross much in the future.” Her response was direct, showing little concern for their feelings.