Chapter 77. A New Friend

Bruno, sensing Beauty’s shyness, stood up and turned to the man, mistaking both for her classmates.

“You better speak to her nicely, or else…”

“Bruno!” Beauty snapped in shock.

Nia and her husband exchanged glances, their faces darkening at Bruno’s threat.

“I… I understand, but please, I am not here to make her feel uncomfortable. I came to ask her for forgiveness. I am Nia, and he is my husband, not a classmate,” she introduced awkwardly.

Bruno’s eyes lowered a bit, embarrassed. He sat down slowly.

“I apologize; please have a seat with us,” he replied, his tone suddenly friendly.

“Thank you,” Nia replied with a smile, and she whispered to her husband, probably to calm him down after Bruno’s threat.

Beauty felt her cheeks warm as she looked up at Nia, who was radiating confidence and happiness.

“Hey, Nia,” she finally managed to say, her voice barely above a whisper.

Nia smiled happily and took her hands, making Beauty blus