Yvette sneered. "Still as stubborn as ever, huh? Fine! But if you lose, you'll apologize to Ms. Reed for your earlier recklessness!"
Ethan chuckled and gave a casual nod.
Irritated by his nonchalant attitude, Yvette snapped, "I'm here to warn you—don't you dare claim there was ever a marriage proposal between you and Ms. Reed. The Reed family won't tolerate such nonsense. Got it? If I hear you've been dragging her name through the mud, I'll make sure you regret it!"
Ethan laughed lightly. "Relax. I'd be more than happy to stay far away from that arrogant woman."
"How dare you!" Yvette's temper flared, but before she could finish, the door opened, and a woman walked in.
"Ms. White is here!"
A guest spotted Kristen entering and called out loudly.
Otis, who had been discussing business
