Who's Crying Now, Ex-Husband? novel Chapter 42

Ryan exploded in frustration, "I want to go abroad too! I need to find my mom!"

Thud!

Roland tapped the baseball bat lightly on the floor, saying nothing.

The room fell into silence.

Ryan knew his brother well; despite his composed exterior, Roland was a force to be reckoned with. Their parents wouldn't always be there to shield him, and Ryan realized he couldn't afford to act out right now.

Seeing Ryan fall silent, Roland grabbed him by the arm and hauled him over to Mila.

With a firm tone, he said, "Apologize."

Ryan glared at Mila, his anger boiling over. He wanted to spit at her, not apologize. This was the same woman he used to mock, but today, she had witnessed his humiliation. He gritted his teeth, catching a glimpse of the bat in his brother's grip.

He muttered, "I'm sorry."

Mila remained unmoved.

Roland tightened his grip on Ryan's collar and raised the bat slightly.

Ryan quickly shouted, "I'm sorry! I shouldn't have pushed you! I promise it won't happen again!" His voice was filled with humiliation, his eyes flushed with rage.

Mila was inwardly delighted but maintained a composed demeanor, offering a slight nod to accept his apology.

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After the apology, Roland casually released his brother, who stumbled onto the floor.

"There's one more thing," Roland said, focusing on his brother. "As for Giselle from the Harvey family, you should keep your distance."

"Why should I?" Ryan protested. He could tolerate other things, but not being with Giselle, the girl he liked.