Chapter 273 Rejection

• Aaron's face drained of color, a mix of embarrassment and bitterness washing over him. He hadn't given much thought when he and the others had discussed Simone. However, after hearing the recording, their words were laid bare for all to see.
• Suddenly, seeing the situation from an outsider's perspective, he realized their behavior had been excessive. In front of the gathered crowd and the live audience, he turned to her and said, "I'm sorry. We crossed a line before, and for that, I apologize. We took Jodie's word for it without verifying the facts and accused you. It was our mistake, and for that, I apologize."
• Simone regarded him coldly and responded, "I reject."