Glancing at Joann, Bennett took the lead and apologized, Im sorry, Nikolai. Its Joanns mistake. I apologize on her behalf. Please forgive us.
Nikolai responded without emotion, Its her issue. You dont need to apologize for her. I simply dont want her wearing a fake dress and associating it with me. Today is an important occasion. She doesnt need to say sorry. Just change the dress, and we can move on.
Bennett nodded in understanding of Nikolais thoughts.
Turning to Joann with a stern tone, he said, Just do what Nikolai suggested and change the dress.
Joann looked at him sadly and protested, I cant
Its your special day today. You should be happy, Lindsay interjected, feigning kindness. She held Joanns hand and added, I have an extra dress. Lets change into it. Its just as beautiful.
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Initially resistant, Joann didnt want to give in. However, seeing Bennetts growing impatience, she feared his anger if she persisted.
Reluctantly, she bit her lip and conceded, Alright.
She reluctantly went along with Lindsay.
Bennett apologized to Nikolai once more, saying, I apologize for the inconvenience. Joann can be quite stubborn.
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Nikolai and Bennett had been childhood friends, but their contact had waned after the Lowell family moved overseas.
Nikolai had heard rumors about how Joann had hooked up with Bennett.
Now, witnessing Joanns unreasonable behavior firsthand, he couldnt bear to see Bennett spend his life with someone like her.
In a quiet tone, he advised Bennett, Someone like Joann isnt right for you. It might be best to end things before you officially get engaged, to prevent future complications for your family.
Bennett remained silent.
Nikolai didnt press further, just gave Bennett a reassuring pat on the shoulder.
Once Bennett departed, Nikolai winked at Matthew and approached him, saying, You owe me a favor.
Then he left.
Matthew arrived late and wasnt fully informed, but after pondering for a moment, he pieced together the situation and understood Nikolais meaning.
His expression darkened slightly. Feeling that Stella had been treated unfairly, he questioned her, Did they bully you?
Stella was momentarily taken aback before understanding his inquiry.
She proceeded to recount the entire incident to him.
After finishing, she shrugged and remarked, I didnt really suffer any harm, but I think Joann probably hates me now. Luckily, after todays engagement party, I wont have to see her again.
In the lounge, Joann slipped into an extra dress she had packed.