Under the Veil I Rule novel Chapter 189

Was he hearing things right? Finnian was actually asking him to apologize to Amara?

Oh, Finnian must have missed the love bites on Amara's neck and had no idea what kind of reckless things she’d done before all this. That was why he said that.

He quickly pointed out, "Finnian, look at her. Clearly, she was just making out with another guy! A woman like this isn't worthy of being part of the Everly family."

"Shut your mouth!"

Finnian's gaze followed Hogan's pointing finger, landing on the telltale red marks. His expression grew strange, a mix of embarrassment and anger simmering beneath the surface. But Hogan, oblivious to the nuance, stared at Finnian incredulously.

He had just shown Finnian the evidence of Amara's promiscuity, yet Finnian was still siding with her. How could that be?

"Didn't you hear me? Apologize to her."

Finnian's voice was cold and precise, each word like a sharp, unyielding chisel.

Hogan clenched his fists, momentarily at a loss for words.

Finnian was a man with a commanding presence. When he instructed someone to do something, they often found themselves compelled to obey, almost by instinct. Hogan was no exception in this moment.

So, even though he loathed the idea of apologizing to Amara, with Finnian giving a direct order, what choice did he have?

He took a deep, furious breath, subduing his rage, and forced out the words. "Amara, I'm sorry."

Amara fixed him with a cold stare.

Just moments ago, Hogan had hurled such unpleasant words at her. How could a simple apology possibly erase that hurt?

Moreover, while she wasn't one to stand on formalities, the fact that Hogan’s tone further displayed his disrespect. That only fueled her anger.

She turned her head away, her voice icy as she said, "I don't accept your apology. Please leave."