Chapter 119

Katie swiftly drew out the dagger, shouting as she pressed it against her wrist, "Stop! If you don't let me in, I'll cut my wrist right now!" The commotion among the brawling bodyguards halted as they turned their attention to her. Angus was alarmed by her action, beads of sweat forming on his forehead, and he persuaded, "Miss, please don't do this. You can't harm yourself over this matter. It's not worth it. Think about Mr. and Madam Upton." "As you all are aware, I'm the beloved daughter of Svelton's Upton family. If I get hurt, guess who the Upton family will blame? Are you willing to pay the dire consequences?" Katie was certain her identity would intimidate the bodyguards. Then, she signaled to Angus and coldly added, "If you don't want to face the consequences, step aside." "Ms. Upton, is this necessary?" The head bodyguard hesitated and suggested, "How about we compromise? You leave with your people, and I'll pretend you never came. How does that sound?" "I don't th