Out of the Shadows: Tilda’s Second Life Begins

Chapter 78 Clowns

Tilda's mocking glare made Clive look like a total clown. "What law says I have to forgive him just because he said sorry? Why should I care if he regrets it or not? "You already know I'm ruthless and a total nightmare—so why even come to me? "You should go ask Wade. If I hadn't planned to sue Russell, pulled Andy in to win the case, and completely trash his family's rep, do you think Wade would've shown up to apologize on his own? "He's only here to play the family card and try to stop me from suing Russell!" "You ... Wade isn't like that. Sure, he has his own reasons, but so what? He's a Jenson. Family means everything to him. I know he regrets what happened! "Besides, Mr. Jenson is your real dad. Jenson Villa is your home. You don't have to repay them, but plotting revenge? "Do you even realize how much that would hurt Mrs. Jenson? She went through so much to find you!"Clive's words bounced off Tilda like talking to a brick wall. "As expected, anyone who hangs out with a loser like Wade wouldn't understand me anyway. What a waste of breath. Get lost!" Clive should be grateful he wasn't a Jenson. In her previous life, she had no grudge with him. Otherwise, she'd have knocked his teeth out by now. Tilda sat back down. Andy, gentleman as ever, poured her a drink. "Here, wet your throat and cool off. Don't waste energy arguing with a fool." "You—" "Mr. Clive, feel free to debate if you want. But I'm not sure your family would appreciate it." Andy's voice was steady, but every word carried a warning. He didn't even glance at Clive, yet it hit like an ice-cold bucket. Clive snapped out of it. All his anger for Wade's sake vanished.Right. How could he forget? That was Andy—the top lawyer in Cetherland! Even if his family was rich, they wouldn't dare cross him. They'd bend over backwards to stay in his good graces. Nobody wanted Andy as an enemy. If the Rowses ever got into court trouble and Andy held a grudge with them, their opponent might invite him to their team. The Rowses would be completely screwed by then. Even the Jensons wouldn't risk crossing him—they'd rather win him over. If the Rowses found out Clive had angered Andy today, he'd likely end up with broken legs. Clive immediately regretted acting so rashly. He wasn't usually like that, but seeing his friend treated unfairly just set him off. "Sorry, Mr. Saville. I was too impulsive just now." He bowed to Andy as he spoke. Tilda couldn't help but burst out laughing. She laughed so hard that tears came streaming down.Clive acted like he'd been slapped in the face and instantly backed down. He looked like a clown. To Clive, her laughter was pure mockery. He was so mad that he could feel it in his chest, but he didn't dare speak. "Young people can be proud, sure, but know your limits. "Pissing off the wrong person can be way worse than offending me." Andy still didn't look at Clive. He just dropped that meaningful line. Clive didn't even have time to process it. He could tell Andy didn't care enough to argue and didn't even bother to look his way. Clive had never felt so humiliated. Facing Andy, he couldn't get angry—only feel respect. Trying to escape the awkwardness and Tilda's laughter, he slunk away. The staff began tidying up.Everyone else looked away, disappointed. The drama was entertaining, but no one dared gossip. Clive and Wade—just watching them was enough drama. If anyone tried to spill the story and got caught, their families would crush them instantly. The richer the people, the harder they guarded their reputations. No one would risk their comfortable lives for something so stupid. Now, everyone's respect for Tilda and Andy grew even more. Those two were on a whole other level and were untouchable. Even Wade and Clive slinked away like whipped dogs, let alone the rest of those second-tier rich scions. Once Wade and Clive left, Andy just shook his head and sighed. "The Jensons are pathetic."

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