Chapter 45

Leroy frowned, his voice steady but sharp as he said, "Cedric, there are some things you can't just say recklessly. Should I call Mr. Black to clarify exactly what happened?" Upon hearing that, Cedric faltered, his confidence suddenly wavering. Before Leroy could continue, Scarlett arrived, striding toward the group with purpose. "Go ahead. I'd love to see if you can actually get Mr. Black here," she said coldly, her gaze fixed on Leroy. "Leroy, what have you become? You're not the same person I used to know." Leroy blinked, surprised by her accusation, before shaking his head. "I haven't changed, Scarlett. You have," he said with a quiet sigh. He turned to leave, but Scarlett stopped him with her next words. "That's it? You're just going to walk away? Are you not even going to resolve this?" Her tone was cutting, and Cedric took the opportunity to chime in, his confidence returning. "That's right, Leroy. Don't say I'm being unfair-just apologize to me in front of everyone, and