Julia felt a sense of regret wash over her, leaving her desperately wishing she could disappear. "Mr. Dawson, I sincerely apologize. I didn't mean to do that. I'm sorry," she pleaded with remorse.

"You should apologize to Celia," Dominic's voice remained emotionless.

"I'm sorry, Celia. I won't say those things again," Julia quickly apologized, wary of uttering any more hurtful words in Dominic's presence.

Celia ignored Julia's apology, turning her attention to Dominic and ...