Pampered by my three brothers: the return of the neglected heiress novel Chapter 548

Chapter 548: Bennet family’s trash bin.

A shallow breath slipped past Penny’s lips as she shook her head, choosing to ignore Slater for now. She cast a look at Mr. Ito.

"Mr. Ito, you’ve gathered a lot of attention tonight, and kowtowing... do you think that will make things better?" Penny asked, stopping when Hugo suddenly slid his foot to step on her toes. She quickly cast her second brother a look, her eyes telling him, ’I wouldn’t step on his back.’

’Then why were you raising your foot?’ Hugo’s eyes seemed to ask.

Seeing the brief exchange of looks between Penny and Hugo, Atlas shook his head. He knew that Penny had nearly stepped on Mr. Ito’s back, despite her words. Thankfully, Hugo had stopped her.

"Mr. Ito, please. You’re making us look like bullies, especially my sister," Atlas intervened, knowing Penny might do something dramatic, as her plan was to establish her presence in Anteca tonight. It was the reason Atlas hadn’t asked her to be his date for the evening—Penny had been making donations to all these charity groups, as Charles had supported them during his time.

She and Atlas had arrived separately, not as brother and sister, but as the CEOs of their own companies.

"CEO Bennet is right," Penny nodded, squatting down slightly and reaching out to Mr. Ito’s arm. "Please, Mr. Ito, stand up. Don’t do this anymore."

Mr. Ito slowly looked up at the person helping him to his feet. But the moment he locked eyes with Penny, he froze. Penny didn’t look like she was forgiving him; rather, it seemed she was simply holding herself back.

As she gently tugged on his arm, Mr. Ito felt like a leaf riding the wind. At this moment, he allowed Penny to assist him. But as she helped him up, she leaned in and whispered, "You are lucky my brother doesn’t wish for your demise. Otherwise, you wouldn’t have Ito Motors to return to tonight."

Mr. Ito shuddered but said nothing. All he could do was stand in front of Penny with wide eyes while she flashed him a friendly smile.

Standing in the middle of the scene, Atlas looked around at everyone. He held a glass of champagne in his hand, rocking his head with an upright posture and a high chin.

"I’m sorry that this has all happened on such a good occasion, and because of me," said Atlas politely and loudly, ensuring everyone could hear him. "Even though I wasn’t directly involved, the person involved is a part of my family. Therefore, I ask for everyone’s understanding and forgiveness."

Atlas scanned the room before his eyes landed on Sven. "Rest assured, though, this won’t happen again."

As those words reached Sven’s ears, he felt his entire soul leave him. Atlas had phrased his remarks politely, but everyone knew what it meant.

It wouldn’t happen again because Sven wouldn’t be allowed near such gatherings in the future.

"Mr. Ito, I apologize for what has happened between us. However, my sentiments are sincere. Parting with Ito Motors is a sad farewell, not just for Global Prime Logistics, but for the Bennet family as well," Atlas continued, his gaze on Mr. Ito. "On behalf of the entire Bennet family, I wish you luck and prosperity with the Miller family."

The corner of his lips curled up. "As a parting gesture, I asked my sister to give you a chance to voice your concerns. Although the outcome of your negotiations is up to her and you, I hope this serves as a sufficient parting gift."

Slowly, the shock and initial impressions everyone had of Atlas shifted. It was now clear to everyone that Atlas was a man who wouldn’t be shaken by slander or adversity. _{freewebnoveℓ.com}