Chapter 2 Chapter 2 Joshua spoke with calm elegance , " I'm here for my fiancée . " His words were short and to the point , leaving Amira stunned . She hadn't expected the engagement between the Yorks and the Jeans to be real. Since the York family had never brought it up , no one had taken it seriously . Amira thought , ' So that means avenging Ronnie today won't be so easy ! Shermaine had been waiting for the police to arrive . What she didn't expect was that instead of the police , she got her so - called legendary fiancé . The moment Joshua's absurdly pleasant voice rang out , Shermaine's gaze instinctively shifted toward him . With just one look , she thought she would probably never forget what this man looked like . He stood there quietly . The lighting wasn't great , but it still couldn't hide the grace and nobility that radiated from him . There was a calm restraint in him , something honed by time , like an uncut gem that , once opened , would shine dazzlingly from within . His features were undeniably striking , each line delicately defined . A pair of gold - rimmed glasses rested on his nose , giving him a refined look , like one of those noble vampires from a novel - cold , magnetic , and dangerously alluring . She hadn't expected Joshua to actually show up . Shermaine's eyes narrowed slightly , watching him with interest . Amira's expression grew complicated . She thought , ' If Joshua came for Shermaine , he's definitely taking her with him . But with Ronnie hurt like this , how could I possibly let it go ? ' She gritted her teeth and said , " Perfect timing , Mr. York . That low - class girl hurt my son , and her mother doesn't care . Since you're her fiancé , you tell me -how should this be settled ? " Joshua thought , ' How should this be settled ? Doesn't she know what kind of person her son is ? Just how little does she think of Shermaine to believe Ronnie wasn't the one at fault here ? ' He glanced casually at Ronnie , who was lying in the hospital bed . That one look made Ronnie's legs go weak , but out of pride as a man , he forced himself to hold steady . Joshua had long commanded the business world . Everyone knew he not only controlled the York family but also had some mysterious force operating behind the scenes . His presence was overwhelming . Ronnie pondered , ' Don't panic . Stay calm . What can he do to me ? There's no evidence I tried to make a pass at Shermaine . The proof was all destroyed . ' Joshua said , " You're right . This does need to be settled properly . " " You're fair - minded , Mr. York . " Amira nodded . Joshua replied unhurriedly , " Mr. Leeds insulted my fiancée and tried to take advantage of her . Mrs. Leeds , how would you like to settle that ? " Amira's face turned pale in an instant . She had planned to squeeze something out of Joshua , but instead , she got hit right back . " No way . Ronnie would never do something like that . " She thought , ' There's no way Ronnie would be interested in a girl like Shermaine . ' But when she looked over at Shermaine again , Amira had to admit Shermaine really was a stunning beauty - trouble in every sense of the word . Out of jealousy , Amira refused to admit that Shermaine's looks might even surpass the most beautiful woman in Basterel . " Mrs. Leeds , it seems you don't know what kind of man Mr. Leeds really is , " Joshua remarked calmly . Then he called out , " Bradley , show her the evidence . " 1/3 Chapter 2 Bradley pulled out his phone and played a video . Just like Joshua said , in the footage , Ronnie had not only insulted Shermaine but also tried to get handsy with her . But the unexpected thing was that Shermaine could actually fight . When Ronnie leaned in , she'd kicked him straight back . He ended up with a fractured wrist and a concussion to go with it . After watching the video , Amira had nothing to say . What she did feel was a growing fear that Joshua might actually do something to Ronnie . She pondered , ' Why did Shermaine have to be engaged to Joshua of all people ? ' In Basterel , Joshua was known for his polished charm and refined manners . But beneath that gentlemanly facade was a ruthless streak that made his way of putting people in their place downright bone - chilling . Otherwise , people wouldn't show him so much respect . Trying to save herself after the failed move , Amira quickly changed her tone . " It was my failure as a mother , Mr. York . I apologize if I offended you in any way . I hope you can understand . " Joshua gave a faint smile . " Mrs. Leeds , at least you're self - aware . You know you've failed to be a proper example of a decent , well - mannered mother . With someone like you raising him , no wonder your son turned out the way he did . " Amira's face went pale . She thought , ' Damn Joshua . All I did was call Shermaine low - class , and now he just won't let it go . She opened her mouth but couldn't get a single word out . Joshua wasn't planning to let her off that easy . " Mrs. Leeds , since you clearly don't know how to discipline your son , shall I do it for you ? " Amira was scared now . She was worried about Ronnie's reputation , and even more afraid that Joshua might actually go after Ronnie for real . She turned to look at Ronnie lying in the hospital bed and yelled , " Well ? Get up and apologize ." Ronnie climbed out of bed with a grim expression . " Mr. York , I'm really sorry . I was drunk and not thinking straight . Please just be the bigger person and don't hold it against me . Haven't I paid the price already ? " Off to the side , Shermaine couldn't help but laugh . The frustration she'd her . But it was obvious Ronnie wasn't really sorry . en carrying earlier was instantly eased a bit thanks to Joshua standing up for Shermaine thought , ' Shouldn't Ronnie apologize to me ? Mr. York really doesn't hold back - he's not giving Ronnie a shred of dignity . " As if reading her mind , Joshua said coolly , " You're apologizing to the wrong person . " Ronnie turned his head toward Shermaine . She was looking at him with a playful , sarcastic smile , clearly enjoying the show . He bit the inside of his cheek . " Ms. Shue , I was out of line and disrespected you . I sincerely apologize . I hope you can forgive me . " Shermaine smirked , " I'm still mad . Now say this twenty times - ' I'm a pervert . I'm sorry . I was wrong ' - and I might consider forgiving you . " Ronnie was rendered speechless . Bradley nearly laughed and thought , ' Ms. Shue really knows how to press her advantage . She's not letting a single thing slide . Making a spoiled rich kid insult himself like that - just how savage is she ? ' " Shermaine , you- " Amira lost her temper and was about to explode , but the second Joshua gave her a calm glance , the pressure hit her like a wave . The words caught in her throat , choking her so hard that it left her reeling . After a brief standoff , Ronnie was clearly unwilling , but Amira gave him a look , signaling him to do as Shermaine said . Ronnie's face turned grim as he started repeating , " I'm a pervert . I'm sorry . I was wrong . I'm a pervert . I'm sorry , I was wrong . I'm a pervert . I'm sorry . I was wrong . " After he repeated it twenty times , Joshua added fuel to the fire , saying , " Learn your lesson . Don't let it happen again . " Iviay Chapter 2 Shermaine looked at Joshua with a faint smile , thinking she was actually quite pleased with the way her fiancé had made his entrance if fast like something straight out of a romance novel - the domineering CEO standing up for his wife . Amira was fuming inside , but she still forced a smile and softened her tone . " Mr. York , Ronnie already apologized , and Ms. Shue said she'd forgive him Can we delete the video now ? " Joshua didn't respond to her . Instead , he turned to Shermaine and asked in an unhurried tone , " Ms. Shue , what do you think ? " A Comment Send gift