Romina was still convinced River had done it on purpose.

River fired back, "You think you're a weak woman? When you're drunk, you're a beast. If you don't believe me, go call Maddox. He saw the whole thing-watched you come after me without lifting a finger."

Romina had no response.

She turned to her family, searching their faces for some sign of support.

"Romina..." Donovan sighed. "River's telling the truth. He brought you home last night, just like this. Maddox called me, I questioned him, and he confirmed it-you went after River."

her eyes

wanted to crawl under a rock and never come

has always kept himself clean- no scandals, a good reputation. Last night, you crossed a

drunk—I wasn't thinking straight. I can clarify things to the public, issue a public apology, and I'll

as it's reasonable, I'll pay. But marry River? No way! We're not even dating. There's no love between us. How can you expect us

in the wrong. We're willing to apologize and offer compensation. But a marriage between two people with no feelings? That's not right. A forced marriage won't end well—it'll only lead to resentment. That's not good for

Lafond nodded in

Mr. Lafond remained silent, his eyes

to this. Could it

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