Chapter 337: Chapter 337

"Mrs. Hawthorne, you’ve heard both children’s accounts now. It wasn’t Lola bullying your child; they were just classmates playing around. If you insist on an explanation, there must be cause and effect, with both children equally sharing responsibility!" Anna Thornton previously dealt with a similar situation at the kindergarten in Veridia.

She knows Lola wouldn’t start trouble for no reason! Someone must have provoked him first!

But children’s fighting is indeed not good; yesterday, Anna discovered a swollen bump on the back of Lola’s head, which made her deeply upset.

When asked what happened, both Lola and Pop pursed their little lips and lowered their heads, saying nothing.

Since it was mutual fighting, both children suffered some injuries, and Anna doesn’t think her child is entirely without fault.

She advocates presenting facts and reasoning, with the principal nodding repeatedly in agreement.

Unfortunately, Tanya Ford had no intention of sitting down for a proper discussion with her. Her chin practically pointed to her nose as she glanced at Anna and her two children, with an expression that seemed to say, "You dare talk fairness with me? What status does your arrogant brat have? What right does he have to roughhouse with the young master of the Hawthorne family?"

Tanya Ford couldn’t be bothered to speak to Anna Thornton directly, so she gave an ultimatum to the principal: "My requirements haven’t changed; my son can’t attend the same school as such uncivilized and violent children. I heard Sacred Heart Kindergarten is opening a branch in the south. Do you want The Azure Society’s students there? Decide for yourself."

Upon hearing this, the principal wiped the sweat from his forehead.

The reason Mrs. Ford was so arrogant and aggressive was not only because of her backing from the Ford and Hawthorne families but also due to her position as vice president of The Azure Society.

The Azure Society is a women’s association, focusing on its members, who are the wives of wealthy businessmen and socialites. Membership is extremely strict, consisting solely of top figures from various fields.

For example, Anna Thornton, despite once relying on her identity as a Thornton family’s daughter, was not qualified to join this association.

The Thornton family, after all, was still a step away from high society. The Azure Society comprises the true social elite, and joining this society meant gaining access to a network at the pinnacle of the pyramid.

Tanya Ford couldn’t understand why the principal was hesitating; was it really difficult to choose between two options?

Even if the opposing side had two children, what was the big deal?

Such indecisiveness seemed to diminish her importance.

Thus, Tanya Ford decided to use the entire Azure Society to put pressure on the principal, forcing him to make a decision!

With such enormous pressure bearing down, how could the principal hold his own?

Fortunately, at this moment, Conrad Sterling arrived.

Conrad Sterling, dressed in a black formal suit with his shirt buttoned neatly to the top, and a black long coat that accentuated his tall and slender figure, walked with an aura.

Still possessing that intimidating presence, even before he spoke, his arrival was impossible to ignore.

Both the principal and Tanya Ford turned their heads; the sweat on the principal’s head was hardly wiped away, as he didn’t know whether to stiffen or relax. Fresh chapters posted on novｅlfire.net

Sacred Heart Kindergarten positions itself as high-end, and the principal was no stranger to the world.

The dominance of the four families in Aethelgard was overwhelming, and Conrad Sterling’s business expansion in the past two years was astonishing; people dread choosing sides before any stability occurs.

If one tycoon’s child hits another tycoon’s child, how should it be handled? Who can be instructed?

Seeing Conrad Sterling appear, Tanya Ford was equally astonished.

She was too busy pressuring the principal and eagerly approached Conrad Sterling: "President Sterling, how did I find you here?"

In response, Conrad Sterling didn’t speak initially; he gestured with his chin in the direction of Anna Thornton holding Lola’s hand.

"I’m here to resolve the kindergarten dispute involving my child."

While speaking, Conrad Sterling had already walked to Anna Thornton’s side, glancing down at Lola.

Lola didn’t look at him but leaned closer to his mom.

Pop, on the other hand, was more considerate, proactively taking her dad’s hand. Her small hand softly pinched his index finger and tugged slightly, looking up with pleading eyes: "Help my brother~"

"Alright!" Conrad Sterling gently stroked his daughter’s head.

Seeing the situation, Tanya Ford was a bit staggered.

Nonetheless, she wasn’t foolish; she hadn’t considered that the children with the surname ’Sterling’ were linked to Conrad Sterling, simply assessing based on the absence of any notable family surname ’Sterling’ in Aethelgard.

Now seeing Conrad Sterling personally here, Tanya Ford had no choice but to reassess.

Conrad Sterling turned to look at the principal, who briefly recounted the situation, including Tanya Ford’s demands.

"Mrs. Ford’s view is this incident is quite serious and requires stern handling..."

"No! That’s not what I meant!" Tanya Ford quickly interrupted the principal. "Conflicts between children are inevitable. Perhaps the urgency of my previous stance caused a misunderstanding with the principal. My intent was for the principal to gather the children’s parents, so we could discuss and clear up any misunderstandings."

Kindergarten Principal: "..."

Was that really your intention earlier?

The principal had kept his wording mild; Tanya Ford had outright demanded the expulsion of the opposing children and brought up The Azure Society to exert pressure.

But as soon as Conrad Sterling arrived, Tanya Ford’s attitude shifted 180 degrees.

Never had he witnessed someone change face so swiftly!

"I saw this little friend Lola yesterday and didn’t realize he was connected to President Sterling. No wonder he’s so adorable!" Tanya Ford not only changed her tune quickly but did so seamlessly. "So there really isn’t any misunderstanding; perhaps we can arrange more get-togethers in the future. I’m actually thinking that my little Evan really lacks companions of his age at home; wouldn’t it be wonderful if they became friends?"

Tanya Ford said this not only to Conrad Sterling but glanced at Anna Thornton too.

Reflecting on the tense atmosphere in the restaurant yesterday, she didn’t feel embarrassed at all.

No wonder she could join The Azure Society, a person skilled at maneuvering.

Yet before Conrad Sterling or Anna Thornton had spoken, Lola immediately refused: "I don’t want to!"

Pop followed suit, nodding in agreement: "No!"

Tanya Ford’s expression stiffened.

She was utterly caught off guard by the fact that it was two little kids who slapped her face!

She couldn’t lash out but only looked toward Conrad Sterling and Anna Thornton.

Thinking that she’d already offered a way out, there was no reason for them not to accept it, right?

Conrad Sterling remained silent, while Anna Thornton lowered her head to ask Lola, "Why don’t you want to?"

"He knows why!" Lola glared at Evan Hawthorne, appearing to really dislike him.

Evan immediately lowered his head and snuck a glance at Pop.

"What’s going on, Evan? Is there still a misunderstanding between you and Lola?" Tanya Ford asked her son.

Evan Hawthorne looked down and fiddled with his fingers: "I kissed Pop~ But I’ll take responsibility!"

Anna Thornton: "What?"

Conrad Sterling: "What?!?!"