Chapter 2788

Stefan fell silent. He actually agreed with Quinton. His mother had spent her entire life protecting her pride and dignity. A public apology was probably the one thing she would never willingly agree to. "Making her do something that she considers unbearable is the greatest punishment I could ask for, so don't even think you're having it easy." Quinton spoke with an air of cold authority. In reality, only Stefan understood the meaning behind those words. The man who had once regarded him as a mortal enemy, someone to be eliminated at all costs, was, beneath that cold exterior, simply trying to ease his conscience. Only if the punishment was severe enough could the debt between them truly be settled. "I'll persuade her." Stefan took a deep breath. He said solemnly, "You're right. This tragedy was caused by her. She should be the one to atone for it. She has spent her entire life protecting her reputation. Now, forcing her to step down from the pedestal she's placed herself on,