After Marrying the Officer Chapter 1368 - 1367: Xia Chuyi’s Culinary Journey to Conquer the World (Extra 6)

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Previously on After Marrying the Officer...
Councilman William attempts to dismiss Huo Shiwu's accusations by claiming the child misunderstood English. However, Huo Shiqian intervenes, revealing he also speaks English and backing his son's claim, leaving William flustered.
"I, I..." Councilman William's countenance grew stiff. He pursed his lips and finally uttered, "Huo, Mr. Huo, I offer my apologies. I was mistaken. I shall have this gentleman apologize to you..." Following his words, Councilman William turned his gaze to the father of the golden retriever and declared with feigned righteousness, "Sir, your previous statements were indeed inappropriate. Therefore, I must ask you to apologize to Mr. Huo of the Z Nation's delegation, so that you may gain Mr. Huo's forgiveness!" "A-Apologize?" Upon hearing this, the golden retriever's father's eyes widened considerably. "You wish for me to..." Before the insulting words from the golden retriever's father could fully escape his lips, he was cut off by a chilling glance from Huo Shiqian. For reasons unknown, the golden retriever's father felt a shiver course through him. His tongue tangled as he stammered, "S-Sorry... I-I didn't intend any harm." Upon hearing the golden retriever's father's reluctant apology, Councilman William's eyes immediately brightened. He seized the opportunity and interjected, "Mr. Huo, you see, he has already offered his apology. Could we not simply let this matter pass?" "Mr. Rayne is still awaiting us over there," Councilman William added, a hint of impatience coloring his tone. To be perfectly candid, Councilman William's sole desire was to extricate himself from this situation swiftly. He did not genuinely believe the golden retriever's father had committed any significant transgression. The golden retriever's father was compelled to apologize, and Councilman William's subsequent lack of sincerity left Huo Shiqian and his entourage feeling rather displeased. Xia Chuyi, in particular, found her brow furrowing. It was an unfortunate reality that within every nation, both good and ill-intentioned individuals existed. Among Americans, while many were kind-hearted, a notable number harbored a dismissive attitude towards foreigners. Hav ing previously studied in the United States, Xia Chuyi was not ignorant of such sentiments. However, the conduct displayed by Councilman William, an official designated for reception duties, was deeply disappointing. "Councilman William, I understand that this gentleman nearly assaulted my child just moments ago," Xia Chuyi stated, her voice firm. "Can such an incident truly be resolved with a mere apology?" Having only just arrived, Xia Chuyi had already been fully apprised of the situation by the staff members attending Huo Shiqian. A mother's protective instincts often sharpened, and while boys were typically raised to be resilient, they should not be subjected to such unjust treatment. "Mrs. Huo..." Seeing Xia Chuyi voice her concerns, Councilman William quickly responded, "This... After all, he did not actually resort to physical violence..." "Did not resort to physical violence?" Xia Chuyi countered. "If my husband had not arrived in time, would my son not have been harmed?" "This..." Councilman William's gaze shifted nervously. "Councilman William," Xia Chuyi addressed him seriously at this juncture. "I have made the decision to involve the police. How your authorities handle this matter will be determined by the laws of the United States." Hua Chuyi unequivocally declared her resolve. "Report to the police?" Councilman William's eyes flickered once more. Gritting his teeth, he conceded, "Then-we shall proceed as Mrs. Huo suggests." The golden retriever's father, now restrained, looked around bewildered. "What is happening? I've already apologized; why are you still detaining me?" Upon hearing this, Councilman William cast a disdainful glance at the golden retriever's father. Did he truly believe he could simply depart after all this? "Mr. Huo and Mrs. Huo have decided to report this to the police," Councilman William informed the golden retriever's father. "Whatever you wish to say, please reserve it for the authorities." While internally deeming Xia Chuyi and her party unnecessarily confrontational, Councilman William simultaneously considered the golden retriever's father to be an utter fool.