Doreen kept talking, seemingly unable to hold back.
Suddenly, Nicole lifted her hand and slapped Doreen.
Slap! The crisp sound made Doreens ear tingle painfully. It took her a moment to respond before she touched her numb face, shock evident on her features.
You Youve lost your mind! Doreen had never thought Nicole would actually strike her. She saw Nicole as frail and meek, someone easily intimidated, the type to yield under a mans pressure.
Doreen was sorely mistaken.
Nicole had always been resilient and determined, from her earlier days to the present. She would have crumbled under the pressure if she werent emotionally strong. She refused to yield to Jarrods plans.
From the start, Nicole was intent on proving Jarrod was wrong.
Miss Schultz, that slap was payback for you, Nicole declared. My child isnt unruly. If you have problems with the things between Jarrod and me, you should hear them from Jarrod before accusing me. I wont take your advice, but if there are any slaps
Nicole paused, her eyes hard. I will reciprocate.
Nicole was convinced that she would not start trouble as long as no one troubled her. But if Doreen played dirty, she was ready to retaliate. Now, she wasnt alone and needed to stand her ground, so those who tried to push her around would realize they couldnt just walk over her.
Doreen stood there, stunned by Nicoles words, unable to speak.
Meanwhile, Roscoe remained impassive. As he saw it, Nicole had made things clear and hadnt slapped Doreen for no reason.
Everyone should bear the consequences of their actions, even if that person was his girlfriend.
These were the worlds rules, and even though Roscoe couldnt recall much, the idea of rules stayed firmly in his mind.
You cheap woman, stop right there. Dont walk away! Doreen finally snapped and charged up the steps to confront Nicole. She had never faced such humiliation in public before!
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Rhett intervened to stop Doreen.
Doreen angrily shoved him aside, yelling, Get out of my way, you lackey!
Rhett scowled. He was no stranger to dealing with spoiled, arrogant young women. Raised in wealth, they often ignored the laws, acting recklessly and dictatorial. Doreen appeared to be the type who enjoyed causing trouble and bullying others.
Rhett quickly pulled out a business card and handed it to Doreen, saying firmly, Miss, I represent Miss Lawrence. You may reserve the right to hold Miss Lawrence accountable for the slap.
Doreens face softened at his words. Youre right. Ill make sure this woman pays for what she did! she said arrogantly, sounding like she could control the security services and have anyone she disliked imprisoned.
Nicole kept her composure. Even though she hadnt known Rhett for long, Raegans strong recommendation made him seem reliable. In their interactions, she discovered that Rhett was really honest and professional.
Indeed, the next moment, Rhett coolly stated, Miss, you are fully within your rights to take legal action against my client. However, I must inform you that your behavior in public, including insulting, humiliating, lying, and intimidating, constitutes multiple illegal acts. I have recorded all of this as evidence, and we retain the right to take legal action against you.
Doreen was left speechless.
Rhett continued, Furthermore, my client mentioned returning a slap, which suggests you had slapped her first. I will legally obtain surveillance footage to confirm the events of today. Additionally, your false accusations have caused significant psychological damage to my client and damaged her reputation, creating a civil liability. We will pursue this matter through legal channels.