Chapter 866 Overwhelming Authority!

• Xanthe's heart skipped a beat, and silence fell between them.
• After a long pause, Xanthe replied evenly, "If you want to see it that way, then fine—I surrender. If admitting defeat can protect my man, what does it matter? Though, Ms. Ysabel, perhaps it's time you found a man of your own instead of coveting someone else's."
• Ysabel's tone sharpened with restrained anger, though her voice remained light. "Ah, but a 'wildflower' often smells sweeter than the ones at home. Ms. LeBlanc, your unwavering confidence in your man is truly enviable. Gabriel sure hit the jackpot—a woman willing to sacrifice unimaginable wealth, her pride, and even bow to a rival, all for him. What luck."