Chapter 97. Such Flair

Radmond looked down, unable to muster a response. He hadn't anticipated that his dignity would be trampled by the Vladislav family. He knew that a single wrong word could spell the end of the Teodorko family.

Edelmiro remained silent, both surprised and grateful for Arthur's intervention.

Earnest moved closer to his father, seeing the hatred in Radmond's eyes as he glared at Bella. The intensity of his stare made Bella shiver with fear. She looked down, trying to avoid his gaze.

Arthur immediately placed a comforting arm around his daughter's shoulders. "Lift your head, dear. Don't bow. Your father is here with you," he said gently.

Bella nodded, raising her head to look straight ahead, still clutching her ring.

"Good!" Arthur said, satisfied.

"Radmond, have you calmed down?" Vladimir asked.

Radmond took a deep breath. "Yes, sir, I apologize for my earlier outburst," he said sincerely.

Vladimir smiled. "Good. Bella, you should