Chapter 2
"Julian, you cannot possibly believe that this lying little nobody is more important than your own wedding day!" Victoria shrieked shrilly. Julian did not flinch, his deep navy blue tuxedo stiff as he kept his icy gaze fixed entirely upon his bride.
"She wasn't lying, Victoria; I watched you drop the ring behind the pillar before you dragged her onto her knees," Julian stated coldly. Maya stood quietly beside them, clutching her navy blue apron as her breathing slowly returned to a steady rhythm.
Julian turned his attention away from Victoria, looking down at Maya with profound respect and genuine regret in his eyes. "I am deeply sorry for the humiliation my wife subjected you to under this roof," Julian said sincerely.
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Maya shook her head slightly, wiping a stray tear from her cheek with the back of her sleeve. "Thank you, sir, but I just want to finish my shift and leave this place in peace," Maya whispered softly.
Julian reached into his tuxedo pocket, pulling out a thick wad of hundred-dollar bills and pressing them firmly into her hand. "Consider this hazard pay and a formal apology from the Vance family trust," Julian commanded quietly.
