NovelEnglish"I need stto think," Rex said, motioning for his lawyer to cnear him.
The lawyer glanced at Hannah, who sat beside Bryson, and murmured something to Rex.
Simultaneously, Rex looked at Hannah and nodded.
After consulting with his lawyer, Rex said to Hannah, "Miss Moore, I'm aware of the video my daughter posted and the ensuing events.
On her behalf, I apologize for the false rumors against you.
We can discuss appropriate compensation for you.
Regarding the apology video... could we revisit that? She's still a student.
Please spare her from further humiliation.
Rex attempted to use Hannah as a means to soften the situation by lowering himself.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt's BunnyBookery However, Bryson took the lead in responding to Rex's approach.
"So, you believe we deserve to be humiliated? Or do you think your daughter can use her student status as an excuse to behave however she pleases?" Bryson's reaction surprised Hannah.
Normally indifferent to such matters, he seemed unusually confrontational today.
She opted to remain silent, silently concurring with Bryson's stance.
Rex frowned and turned to Hannah.
"Miss Moore, what is your perspective? As a young woman, surely you can empathize with my daughter's position.
" Hannah met Rex's gaze.
"That's precisely my point.
When she started those rumors, did she consider the repercussions? If it wasn'tshe was spreading rumors about, but other students without influential parents like you to support them, what kind of situation would those students be facing?" The school leaders would sweep the matter under the rug, Leaving those students to continue facing bullying at school.
Rex grasped Hannah's point, yet his expression remained somber.
"So, both of you are unwilling to reconcile?" Hannah shook her head firmly and stated, "We are open to reconciliation.
Mr.
Mitchell mentioned that we're not seeking money but an apology video.
If that's not possible, it doesn't seem Like you're ready to settle.
" Bryson, noticing Hannah's assertiveness, felt a sense of relief and settled into his chair more comfortably.
He addressed Rex directly, "Mr.
Archer, settling isn't necessary.
I brought my Lawyer here today not to negotiate.
" As the standoff intensified, Rex's lawyer leaned in and whispered urgently, "Boss, we need to accept their terms.
Their case is solid with a strong chain of evidence.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmIf this goes to court, we'll lose, and it will impact Miss Archer severely.
" Rex's face soured, but ultimately, he nodded in acquiescence.
"Okay, I agree to your conditions.
As long as it ensures my daughter's well-being, the apology video will be posted on the school forum as agreed. " "Okay," Bryson responded, then turned to Hannah.
"Do you think we should settle? If you're not satisfied, we can still proceed with the lawsuit.
His statement was designed to unsettle Rex further.
As expected, Rex's expression tensed, and he looked anxiously at Hannah.
Suppressing a sigh, Hannah nodded and replied, "Let's go ahead as you proposed.
"
Upon leaving the reconciliation room, they saw Victoria being escorted by two police officers, her eyes red and swollen from crying. Spotting her father, she rushed toward him, exclaiming, "Dad!"
Overwhelmed by the ordeal, she had never felt so wronged in her entire life wronged d in her entire life and had envisioned seeking comfort in her father's arms.
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