Chapter 197

• Grandpa Reed dabbed at his forehead with a handkerchief, his expression plastered with a forced smile. “You must have misunderstood, Gavin. Our two families have always shared a strong bond, and the Stone Family has consistently supported us. Why would we ever consider severing ties? These rumors you’ve heard are simply baseless.”
• Lady Reed chimed in with a conciliatory tone. “Gavin, Sophia caused trouble by damaging Miss Liza plants. She realizes her mistake and has come here to apologize. Sophia, come forward.”
• With a slight wave of Lady Reed’s hand, Sophia stepped forward hesitantly, her demeanor shy but simmering with restrained indignation.