“I hope you can accept my apology. I’m truly sorry.”
Hannah looked down, smiling faintly, “Let’s move on. I don’t want to make your life difficult. Mr. Edwards’ apology will suffice to close this matter.”
Awkwardly, Declan ushered Eliana and Sadie, along with his mother, toward the exit.
“But make sure the compensation is in my account by tomorrow,” Hannah added.
“I trust Mr. Edwards will keep his word.”
“Absolutely,” Declan responded through clenched teeth, steering his group through the gathered crowd and exiting the estate in a disgraceful manner.
“How unfortunate, the Mitchell family’s banquet has become quite the spectacle,” Melina said, her eyes narrowing subtly as she studied Hannah.
“If only Miss Moore hadn’t needed to change her dress, all of this could have been avoided. It should be called..”
Melina paused, then chuckled, “Ah, the butterfly effect, wouldn’t you say?”
Her words implied that if Hannah hadn’t attended, the evening might have proceeded more smoothly.
Flashing a teasing smile at Hannah, Melina said, “I’m only kidding. You must be shaken up. Make sure to rest well tonight, or both Bryson and I will be concerned.”
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“I really put Mr. Mitchell in a tight spot today. Miss Glyn was on point. Had I not shown up, none of this fuss would have happened, and she wouldn’t be upset.”
Melina’s face shifted. Hannah grinned at her and continued, “Don’t worry, I was only kidding. I know you’re not upset.”
“This is a Mitchell family gathering. Don’t concern yourself with what others think,” Bryson interjected.
“Actually, the blame falls on me for not looking out for you better.”
Hearing this exchange, Melina found it hard to keep her smile intact.
She chuckled and latched onto Franco’s arm, whispering, “Franco, look at Bryson, He actually took my joke to heart.”
Franco cleared his throat and advised, “Everything’s fine now. Why are we still lingering?”
Franco’s words instantly silenced the room and the onlookers retreated.
Everyone was wary that Franco might lash out.
Even though Franco wasn’t fond of Hannah, he said gravely, “Bryson, it’s getting late. Have someone take Miss Moore home.”
“I’ll drive Hannah back.” Bryson began to rise, intending to escort Hannah out.
Melina intervened, “This is the Mitchell family’s event, Bryson. You should focus on bidding our guests farewell. I can drive Miss Moore.
I was just told by my father that there’s a matter to attend to at home. I can drop off Miss Moore on my way. Would that be acceptable to you, Miss Moore?”