Chapter 146

But how could this be? Derek was the kind of guy nobody messed with. When Derek showed up at the Hammond residence, the Hammond family practically groveled to welcome him. And yet, here he was, on his knees, apologizing to Atlas! Atlas didn't even flinch. He just said, "Get up." Derek slowly got to his feet. Then Atlas turned to his people and said, "Show Mr. Scolby in." Derek was ecstatic. He kept nodding and saying, "Thank you, sir." The whole thing took less than a minute. But the damage to the Hammond family was extensive. Sierra bit her lip. She was still reeling from what had just happened. Outside, a black Rolls-Royce pulled up. Sierra recognized it right away. It was Simon's car. But her stomach churned with anxiety. Still, she went out to meet him and asked, "Mr. Jeen, what brings you here?" Unlike everyone else, Simon was calm. He got out of the car and shut the door. "Ms. Hammond, congratulations on your wedding! Naturally, I'll be here at the Hammond residence