"Christie, I'm here to see you and your family," Harvey said as he entered, his tone unusually humble. "Last night, I lost my head and acted impulsively. Please forgive me."

Irene scoffed. "Sorry, but we won't accept your apology. You can turn around and leave."

Harvey was unfazed by Irene's sharp tone and brushed off her hostility as if he had anticipated it. His eyes scanned the room, but when he did not see Christina, his expression hardened.

"Where's Christie? Where did she go?"

Iren