Chapter 46

"Ms. Black, there might have been a misunderstanding," Scarlett said, her tone softening slightly. "I admit I didn't investigate thoroughly before coming here." She glanced briefly at Leroy. "Sorry for the trouble," she added before turning to leave, clearly intent on avoiding further conflict. Zoe let out a sharp laugh. "Oh, you're just leaving like that?" she asked, crossing her arms. "Accuse Leroy, then wave it off with a quick apology? That's all?" Her voice carried a sarcastic edge that made Scarlett stop mid-step. "What? Am I supposed to apologize to him now?" Scarlett turned back, her brows knitting together in confusion. "Yes," Zoe said pointedly. "Your accusations were baseless, and let's not pretend you weren't tempted to escalate things further just now." Scarlett stiffened, a flicker of guilt flashing across her face before she composed herself. "This is ridiculous. I'm not apologizing to him," she said flatly. "Ms. Black," Cedric chimed in, stepping forward. "You can