Chapter 23 Trevors gaze was as cold as ice when it landed on Kylie .
Kylie had a woman pinned down , her face a mess of red and swollen from the beating .
Yet , Kylie looked down at her with an innocence that was almost unsettling .
Zach did a double take upon seeing Kylie , Then , with a face as stern as a judge , he ordered the manager , Give me the details .
The manager was sweating bullets .
Why did Trevor have to show up today of all days ? And worse , catch this scene ? If he messed up the handling of this situation , he could kiss his job goodbye .
Kylie had a sudden realization : the hotel , heck , the whole building was owned by the Walters Group .
Thats why Trevor was here .
The manager quickly briefed Trevor on the situation and his plan to resolve it , every word carefully choo Trevor got the picture , then turned his attention to the others in the room , his gaze making everyone hold their breath .
Julie might not have been involved in the companys affairs , but even she knew who Trevor was .
Her husband had been talking about introducing Melanie to him , hoping to elevate the Lampard familys status in Jardora .

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When she saw Trevor , she was both surprised and regretful .
She shouldnt have made things difficult for Amanda .
It was bad enough that Trevor had to witness Melanie getting beaten .
It was terrible for Melanies image .
Her gaze shifted to Kylie , who was still holding Melanie down with a roughness that was almost cruel .
Wasnt Amanda going to do something about Kylies behavior ? Kylie , get up right now ! How could you just start a fight ? Melanje put on a pitiful act as soon as she realized what was happening .
Amanda realized the situation was a mess .
Today might even implicate Kylie .
She suddenly wished she had been less stubborn and just apologized to Julie earlier .
Maybe things wouldnt have gotten this bad .
Amandas panic was evident , and the manager seemed to think it was a simple choice : one cleaner versus important customers .
Amanda , make your daughter let go of our guest ! the manager demanded .
Now that Im calm , lets just drop this , Julie said , pretending to be forgiving .
But next time , check your staffs records carefully .
Melanie was crying , playing the victim , while Kylie seemed like the aggressor as she casually stood up .
Amanda , you should apologize to the guests first , the manager said , more concerned with appearances than the truth .
Do I need to repeat myself ? My mom did nothing wrong .
Theyre framing her .
Should I call the police ? Kylie held Amandas hand , her voice firm .
Amanda whispered to Kylie , Kylie , lets just apologize and move on .
But Kylie shook her head , standing her ground .
Giving in to Julie and Melanie would only encourage them You ! Julie was seething .
You just hit me … Melanie said , her voice small , as if she were afraid of Kylie .
Kylie knew Melanies act all too well .
With a smirk , she replied .
If you hadnt tried to hit me , I wouldnt have defended myself 1/3 12:01 Thu , Oct 17 Chapter 231 Kylie never starts fights Amanda backed her up .
Trevor glanced coldly at Julie before turning his gaze to Kylie , their eyes meeting briefly before looking away .
Trevor addressed Zach .
Handle this , he said , walking away as if he had nothing to do with the situation .
Zach knew about Trevor and Kylies secret marriage , so he didnt acknowledge Kylie directly .
But Trevors order to handle the situation meant he wanted to protect her .
Check the surveillance .
If theyve wronged the hotel staff , call the police , Zach said , catching the manager off guard .
Julies face paled .
What ? Melanie looked shocked .
Mr.
Walters asked you to handle this , and this is how you do it ? Kylie gave Zach a subtle nod of thanks .
Thank you for believing in me , Amanda said to Zach .
Zach then turned to the manager .
Todays incident shows a lack of professionalism .
Collect your salary from finance and leave The manager had just ordered the surveillance footage to be checked , not expecting to be the one to get fired .
He had been proud of this job , with its high pay and good environment .
But now , for standing up for the customers , he was out of a job .
Julie and Melanie were on edge .
Julies eyes blazed with anger at Kylie and Amanda , feeling like all her kindness had been thrown back in her face .
But she knew they couldnt afford a police investigation , the security footage would tell the whole story .
Her eyes scanned the room frantically before landing on a glint of metal .
The ring ! Its right here ! she exclaimed , her voice a mix of relief and surprise .
False alarm , guys .
No need to involve the police .
Just a silly mistake on my part Melanie , wincing slightly , played along .
So it was in Moms bag all along , Just a misunderstanding Oh yeah ? Kylie , unimpressed , stared them down .
Shed seen this act before .
Theyd brushed off their mistakes as nothing more than misunderstandings , hoping shed let it slide .
But she wasnt about to be swayed .
I think its best we clear this up with the police, Kylie said , her voice calm but firm .
Zach had been looking into her relationship with the Lampard family .
Shed been eager to be a part of them , always accommodating their needs .
But recent events had changed things .
Trevor had ordered him to pull back support from the Lampards , and it seemed like Kylie was distancing herself from them .
Kylie ! What are you trying to do ? Julie demanded , her patience running thin .
Melanie was frustrated and anxious .
Kylie wasnt giving an inch , and it was unlike her to be so resolute .
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