Chapter 1097

After Noelle's straightforward rejection, Ashton's expression immediately shifted. Rachel quickly pulled at Ashton, whispering, "Ashton, let's go—isn't the birthday party about to start?" "Why aren't you coming in yet? What are you two doing out here?" A middle-aged woman, Sara Kinney, came out. Rachel quickly said, "Sara, we're coming in right now. Ashton, let's go." Ashton angrily pushed Rachel away. "What are you? How dare you order me around?" Rachel lost her balance and fell directly to the ground. Noelle's expression changed slightly, and she quickly stepped forward to help Rachel up. "Are you okay?" Rachel shook her head. Noelle looked up and stared at Ashton, her tone particularly cold. "Apologize!" "Why should I apologize to her? I'm the only male heir in the family—you should consider yourself lucky that I would even notice you. How dare you refuse me? What's so great about Yole University?" His pride was bruised, and he began ranting like a sore loser. Sara tur