43 Beggars III When Alfonso and Fiona finally stepped into Athenas office , they were grieved as soon as they understood why Athena had kept them waiting for so long she had been eating .
They watched with increasing loathing as Athena gracefully cleaned her lips with a serviette .
They were more incensed when she ignored their presence , rather focusing on the apple she brought from her bag then .
They still stood and watched , as she stood up elegantly from her chair and walked into the en suite bathroom .
They believed she had gone to wash her hands , and probably the apple too .
Fiona looked at her father .
He was red with anger .
Dad , she hasnt even started with her antics , so I will advise you to put more bricks on the mask you are wearing .
I can already tell you are angry .
Athena is very sensitive .
Alfonso almost snapped at his daughter but for the timely arrival of Athena back into the office .
Still ignoring them , she sat down on her chair and bit into the washed apple .
As she chewed , she opened her drawer , and got a document .
She started reading it afterwards.
It was then it dawned on Alfonso that Athena wouldnt speak to them until they stated their case .

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He opened his mouth to speak , but a croak came out instead .
Was he now lost for words ? Alfonso couldnt believe himself , couldnt believe the audacity of his tongue to disappoint him at that critical time .
Howbeit , he inhaled deeply , and with a voice akin to sorrow , he spoke clearly : Good afternoon , Doctor Athena .
Im here to apologize on behalf of my daughter .
Her actions yesterday had been disgraceful .
Ive come to seek your forgiveness .
Why ? Athena finally raised her eyes to meet the pitiful ones of Alfonso and his daughter .
Why are you apologizing ? Alfonso pinched his inner palm for control .
Because its the right thing to do .
I just came from visiting Ewan .
He had been a victim too of Fionas foolishness , and he has forgiven us .
Of course , he would .
Athena mused , folding her arms across her chest .
When it came to the Adams family , the great and cold Ewan Giacometti was a coward , a puppy at most .
And because he forgave you , you believe I will do the same ? Athena smiled innocently .
Im not exactly forgiving , Alfonso .
Especially since your daughter has crossed me four times .
I think weve passed the level of second chances … 43 Beggars Alfonso instantly pushed himself to kneel before Athena .
Fiona is easily jealous , and battles with insecurity issues .
She is selfish too , and self centered .
Even now , she doesnt really realize the fullness of the stupidity she had committed .
As her father , Im ashamed and embarrassed at her shameful acts .
But she is sorry , just as I am .
Please forgive us .
She wont cross you again … She would rather kill you .
I will make sure of that .
Alfonso vowed , not believing that he had knelt before two people today , people he was older than .
But Ewans was understandable .
Athena , however , was a different case .
She would pay dearly for the disrespect she was according to him .
Athena cocked her head to the side , looking at father and daughter .
Her eyes centering on Fiona the most , caused Alfonso to look at his daughter .
He blanched when he saw that she was still standing .
Ungrateful brat ! He drew her sharply to the ground , causing her knees to knock heavily on the floor .
The cry of pain that emitted from her lips stopped Alfonso from delivering a slap to her cheeks .
He almost asked if she was okay , but for Athena watching them amusedly .
So , he held Fionas ear instead and drew it , pretending that her cry of pain hadnt touched his heart .
Why were you standing ? Dont you know how to apologize ? Fiona was in so much pain that she didnt respond .
Additionally , she didnt know whether the deep rooted hatred that suddenly roared in her heart was against Athena , the beginner of all these things , or against her father , with his overzealous methods of getting Athena to forgive them .
It was like she had told her father ; Athena wouldnt be moved by their antics if she noticed a foul play .
And she must have really noticed foul play then , for her to be amused .
It was why Fiona hadnt bothered to kneel , coupled with the fact that her knee was still healing .
When she felt her fathers pull at her ears again , she deftly shook his hand away from her ear , and smartly prostrated on the floor .
Im sorry , Doctor Athena .
Please forgive my shortcomings .
Athena shook her head in amusement , wondering how far the Adams would go .
She knew that the reason Fiona prostrated was because of the pain in her knees .
Yet she didnt call attention to that .
She wasnt in the mood for their sheininghans .
She continued to watch , however , as Alfonso glared at his daughter before returning his attention to her .
Please forgive us .
To show us how sorry we are , you can ask us for anything … 43 Beggars Ill Dont make promises you cant fulfill , Alfonso .
Athena interrupted calmly .
If its about your wifes treatment , you dont have to worry about it .
I already have a running deal with Ewan .
So , I suggest you get up on your feet , and get out of my office .
Alfonsos heart stilled .
Was he the one Athena was speaking to this way ? Well , hadnt his daughter warned him ? He immediately felt sorry for begrudging his daughter .
When he got to his feet , he helped her up .
Thank you for giving us the audience .
Athena didnt pay them attention , not until they paused at her doorpost .
What do you want , Alfonso ? Maybe finally , they could get to the reason they had come here in the first place .
At the doorpost , Alfonso fell to his knees again , as if he suddenly remembered something .
Athena didnt buy the act .
Its about my company .
Its stocks had plunged the same night as Ewans , after he wronged you .
He mentioned there was a change after he spoke with you .
Can you help me too ? Athena shook her head .
I cant help you , Alfonso .
Please leave .
But Alfonso couldnt give up on his company .
He started crawling to Athenas desk .
Please , help me , Doctor Athena .
Im ready to do anything .