Chapter 109: Understood.
Sherman stepped forward, his presence commanding immediate attention.
You both have to go.
We don't tolerate rude behavior here.
Melany's face twisted in frustration, but she quickly tried to save the situation.
Mr.
Lloyd, this must be a misunderstanding.
We didn't know this store was yours.
My mother just wanted to buy me a wedding gift, nothing more….
She knew that Kellan owned several luxury brands, but she hadn't anticipated that this store would be one of them.
If they were blacklisted, it would be impossible to make luxury purchases in Ontdale, forcing them to go abroad.
It's not too much for a few harsh words Mr.
Lloyd, blacklisting us seems extreme, don't you think? Her voice wavered a little and she began to back away.
Francene, who had been very happy a moment ago, stood dumbfounded, her eyes widening.
This place belongs to you! What disturbed her most wasn't the store, but Kellan's defense of Allison.
Colton's face darkened as he realized Kellan was drawing a line.
If the Stevens family was blacklisted, their luxury brand partners would quickly withdraw.
Before Colton could speak, Kellan approached Allison.
His expression was indifferent, but his tone was casual, as if they were old friends.
It is rare that we dine together, Miss Clarke, and yet you replace yourself in such unpleasant company.
But don't worry, next time I'll pick her up personally.
No one will bother her again.
Allison smiled weakly.
It was just a casual walk… Their easy, effortless exchange created an air of intimacy that left Colton simmering.
His mood darkened with each passing word.
Sensing the change in atmosphere, the store manager intervened wisely.
Miss Clarke, we will send the dress directly to your house.
With that, the drama finally came to an end.
But as Kellan and Allison continued their conversation, Melany's jealousy boiled beneath the surface.
He forced a sweet smile, but his words had a cutting edge.
Forget it.
Allison, I know you still have feelings for Colton.
That's why you want my wedding gift, right.
But it's my fault, I won't blame you.
With a deliberate flourish, Melany produced an ornate envelope.
Here's our wedding invitation, Allison.
It would mean a lot to us if you could witness our happiness.
Her eyes drifted to Kellan, gauging his reaction.
But instead of the polite rejection she expected, Kellan let out a cold, cutting laugh.
You have feelings for Mr.
Stevens.
His voice dripped with disdain.
Johnson, your insults are impressively subtle.
Melany was speechless.
It was clear that Kellan was making fun of them.
Allison's eyes drifted to the invitation, stopping just short of tearing it into pieces, letting the shreds fall into the trash.
No, thank you.
I replace it disgusting.
She reached for a wet wipe, but before she could, Kellan was already offering her a black tissue with a faint knowing smile.
Better clean yourself well.
You just touched something disgusting.
Rebecca, who had been quietly enjoying the show, interjected with a mocking smile.
Exact! Some people are really sinister.
Attending her wedding would curse you for a whole year.
Melany's fury nearly overwhelmed her, but she was helpless when Allison and her group left, leaving her in her humiliation.
The store staff soon blacklisted her and Francene and kicked them out.
Unable to contain herself any longer, Francene snapped at Colton once they were outside.
You're supposed to be a CEO! How did you let that man humiliate us like that? Colton's voice was cold as ice.
So you think I should start a public war with the Lloyd family.
Francene stiffened, her anger deflating as she realized the reality.
Colton wasn't just avoiding a scene, he was avoiding disaster.
The Lloyd family's reach was enormous, and crossing paths with them could bring down their entire empire.
Sensing his growing impatience, Melany quickly intervened, grabbing his arm.
Colton, my mom didn't mean that.
She's just angry at being treated so unfairly.
Then she glanced at Francene.
Mom, it's just a dress.
What's more important than our wedding When it's Mrs.
Stevens, we're sure to surpass the Lloyd family.
Realizing, Francene forced a smile and patted Colton awkwardly on the shoulder.
Of course.
Melany is very business-minded.
It will help the company grow when you get married.
Don't take my outburst personally, Colton.
Colton nodded, unfazed.
Years ago, Francene had forcibly broken off her relationship with Melany.
Now that he finally approved of the wedding, it should have been a relief.
But it wasn't.
The excitement he once felt about marrying Melany had faded, replaced by growing frustration.
After watching Allison tear up the wedding invitation without a second thought, that frustration became impossible to ignore.
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