Chapter 34

"I've made it very clear that I won't accept it! Are you deliberately trying to protect this kid, Miss Summers?" Joseph's expression sank. He insisted on handing Leon over to the police because that was the only way he could douse the burning flames of anger in his heart! Ariel was irritated by Joseph's unrelenting insistence. "Mister Conrad, I've repeatedly discussed this with you in an amicable manner and treated you with the utmost respect and dignity. Please don't cross the line!" "Leon is Iri— I mean, my friend! The point is, this matter is now behind us regardless of whether or not you agree!" Ariel was a little annoyed, more so because it was that time of the month. As a result, she could care less about whether or not it would cause an uproar. Sure enough, her remark carried a different meaning when everyone else heard it. The onlookers began to gossip as soon as Ariel said that. "I get it now!" "I guess it's no surprise then that this kid was brave enough to challenge M