When he heard what Xavier said, Arthur's expression turned ugly. "Are you trying to stand up for her?"

"I'm only asking you if all the things you've taught me all these years—are any of them true?" Xavier enunciated every word. "You've been in this industry for so long. You always stick to the rules. Why did you interfere with a competition this time?"

"Even if I didn't interfere with the competition, those brats in Miller Jewels wouldn't win anyway! I'm only helping them face reality sooner."