Chapter 1174
Vicky, who was seated next to him, felt tormented. She would not even be there if the matter did not
concern the companyâs well-being. From the moment Tyler walked into the room, he pretended like she
did not exist.
After the food was served, Tyler was the first to take some to put on Sheilaâs plate as though they were
newlyweds on their honeymoon. For some reason, Vicky could not help but feel a little crestfallen at
this.
When Vicky dated Tyler, he was not as romantic as he was with Sheila, and he did not care about
Vicky too. In fact, when they went out to eat, he would busy himself with the food on his plate and leave
Vicky to fend for herself. It was Vicky who slowly taught him how to be a caring and romantic boyfriend,
yet the one who benefited from her teaching was Sheila.
Suddenly, Cecilia nudged Vicky, pulling the latter out of her reverie. âVicky, the boss is talking to you.â
Vicky turned toward the boss, who sat across the table from her. He gave Vicky a look, signaling her to
make a toast as an apology. However, Vicky rarely drank; no matter whether she was home or abroad.
She thought it was risky to get drunk since the chances of her making a fool of herself or putting herself
in danger would be higher if that were to happen.
Then again, not everyone would understand her reasoning for not wanting to drink since society
progressed to a point where no social events would be complete without alcohol. Frankly, Vicky found
the whole thing annoying, but the situation that night called for her to take one for the team.
Thus, after pouring herself a glass of wine, she stood up and said, âMiss Young, Iâm really sorry for
what happened during the fitting. I alone take responsibility for it. I hope you can find it in your heart to
forgive me and give our company another chance.â She then offered the glass of wine in her hand to
Sheila and said solemnly, âI hope youâll accept this glass of wine from me as an apology and let
bygones be bygones.â
Shocked, Sheila immediately stood up to take the glass of wine from Vicky when Tyler suddenly said
coldly, âSheila isnât a good drinker, so sheâll take a pass.â
An awkward silence immediately ensued after that.
Everyone started to shift in their seats anxiously as the tension thickened in the room. In fact, they were
all wondering the same thing-did this mean Tyler was not willing to forgive them?
Sheila glanced at Tyler before apologetically saying, âSorry, Ms. Shaw. Iâm afraid I canât drink as I need
to attend another event later.â
Stung by the rejection, Vicky did not immediately put down the wine glass, so it remained floating in
mid-air. However, she soon found the composure to smile and say, âIf thatâs the case, would coffee
do?â
Sheila was about to say yes when Tyler cut in, âIs that all you
have to show for your sincerity?â
Vicky turned toward Tyler and asked, âIâm sorry, Mister Hart, but do you meanâ¦â
Tyler raised his eyes to meet hers and said mockingly, âDo you still need me to teach you how to make
a proper apology?â
It was not that long ago Vicky had just started working, so she was inexperienced on how the world of
business worked.
However, her boss immediately understood what Tyler was hinting at. He turned toward Vicky and
ordered, âVicky! You should drink three glasses of wine first to show how sorry you are.â
âOh, so thatâs what he meantâ¦â thought Vicky. She looked toward Tylerâs handsome and indifferent
face. But he
should know better than anyone else here that I donât drink.â