Chapter 192

A surge of impulse rushed to her head, but Amelia forced herself to hold it back. She wasn't here to argue with Simon—she needed to stay alive. With a gentle smile and a pitiful expression, she said, "I came to apologize. I've caused you so much trouble, and I'm truly sorry. I'm leaving soon, so I wanted to have a meal with you." Amelia knew Simon could never resist a woman who showed submission. Sure enough, his expression shifted. A moment ago, his eyes had been filled with disgust. Now, his tone softened. "It's good that you've realized your mistakes." "I heard from Ms. Appleton that you're going to the international crochet competition. I've never attended it before. Could I come along? Afterward, I'll treat you to a meal, and then I'll leave. We've known each other a long time, and you've helped me so much." Her voice was tinged with sorrow. The thought of her being alone and sick stirred Simon's shallow sense of pity. He had a habit of inflating his own importance through sm