Avery Miller was lost in her own fantastical musings, questioning how a man like Mr. Yamada could ever strike a woman—an idea completely absurd and against all reason. What was she even thinking about all day!
Shaking her head, Avery dismissed these unrealistic scenarios from her mind, refocusing on the reality of the moment.
They were still in a standoff when, after a few seconds, Keiko Tsukishima rolled her eyes disdainfully and turned to leave.
"I am merely conveying my father's orders," she stated coldly before exiting.
Avery noticed a flash of resentment cross Mr. Yamada's face, quickly masked by his composure.