"The Ashworth Family will give The Ninth Heaven an explanation for this matter later. We apologize for any inconvenience. Please, consider this a favor owed to The Ninth Heaven by the Ashworths," Nina Ashworth explained in a low voice as she stepped forward.
"In that case, The Ninth Heaven will await the Ashworth Family's explanation," Corina Sutton said, her expression hardening as she smoothly accepted the offer.
Was that it? The crowd was momentarily speechless. When had The Ninth Heaven ever been this accommodating? But on second thought, it made sense. The Ashworth Family was the leading power in Aethelburg's political world; The Ninth Heaven had to show them some respect. Besides, the Ashworths had just declared they owed The Ninth Heaven a favor. A favor from the Ashworth Family was incredibly valuable.
"Mom, Aunts, let's go," Seraphina Ashworth said, glancing at her mother.
"Yes."
