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Chapter 172 Chapter 172 First was fiercely protective. +5 coins Menu Irene's brow furrowed as she listened. Her instincts told her that the man in front of her, with the last name He, was someone important. Before she could react, two or three men approached her, ready to escort her out. Irene had never been treated with such disrespect. She looked at the manager, who was struggling to maintain control. "Are you kidding me? They're the ones causing trouble. Two men bullying one woman, and you say I'm the troublemaker?" The manager wasn't interested in her explanation.
"Ma'am, please cooperate, or we won't hesitate to take action." There was no way Irene would leave like this. "Do you even know who I am?" The manager had had enough. "Take her out." Two men stepped forward to grab Irene and escort her out. Just then, Yale walked in from outside. Seeing the situation, he quickly approached. "Mom, what's going on?" He reached out to stop the two security guards. "Hold on a second." Seeing Yale, Irene felt a glimmer of hope and immediately spoke up, feeling wronged. "Son, they're bullying me." Yale's gaze shifted to William and the old man He.
Irene Gonzalez glanced at Yale. "Yale, do you know them?" Yale frowned, remaining silent. Mr. Hodges raised an eyebrow, understanding the irony of the situation. It seemed like fate had tied them together before they even realized it. This was practically handing the Hodges Family an opportunity on a silver platter! Despite feeling a tiny bit of satisfaction, Mr. Hodges maintained a calm and composed demeanor. He feigned a cough before speaking, "She bumped into Fourth, didn't apologize, and even threatened the two kids, saying she'd teach them a lesson.
She was quite rude, so I decided to give her a taste of her own medicine." Yale turned his gaze toward Irene. Irene shook her head. "That's not how it happened. These two kids were blocking my way and wouldn't let it Yale furrowed his brow, fully aware of his mother's temperament. Without saying more, he turned his attention to Fourth. He walked over, crouched down, and asked, "Fourth, are you hurt anywhere?" Fourth rubbed her head, which was a bit red but otherwise unscathed. "Just here, but it's not too bad." "Did you feel wronged, Fourth?
But if anyone bullies her, no matter who it is, I won't let it slide!" First said firmly. Yale looked at him and smiled. "I understand, but still, I want to apologize to you." First looked at Yale and sighed helplessly. He had always admired Yale for being such a gentle and gentlemanly man. It was just a pity... After gaining forgiveness from the two kids, Yale stood up and looked at William and Mr. He. "Grandpa Adler, Mr. He, it was indeed my mother's fault today. Could we let this matter slide for my sake?" William remained silent, a fire burning in his heart. Mr.
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