Chapter 173: MY LIFE IS AT STAKE!

"Mr. Webster," Canan finally relented, his voice flat but firm. He glanced at Greg Webster, who stood rigid with barely controlled frustration. Canan could sense Greg's desire to lash out, especially at Xina, for what she was doing, but he knew the man was far too intimidated to act on that impulse. "Please, take a seat so we can discuss this." Greg hesitated, flinching as Canan's authoritative voice filled the room. His eyes flickered with uncertainty, and Xina nearly smirked at the sight of her father being so uncharacteristically quiet and lost for words. She relished seeing Greg in such a compromised position, realizing that his usual brashness and cruelty had no place here. He was terrified, plain and simple. Terrified of losing control, of losing face, and of losing the deal that could elevate his status. "I—I'm sorry for this misunderstanding, Mr. Ashdown," Greg finally managed, attempting to sound composed, though the strain in his voice was unmistakable. His gaze shifted to