Accidental Offense

Before we reached Martin Hansen, I spotted a familiar figure in the crowd—Mr. Gilbert, Hill Gilbert, conversing with an elderly man.

My mind quickly processed the scene, and I tightened my grip on Colin's arm, whispering, "That man over there is Hill Gilbert. I need to greet him first."

Approaching with a smile, Mr. Gilbert recognized me immediately. "Grace!" he exclaimed.

"Sir, you're here as well!" I deliberately addressed him as 'Sir' instead of using 'Mr. Gilbert'.

Unlike others, I didn't extend my hand for a handshake but instead stood respectfully by his side with a slight smile. "I didn't expect to see you here. I haven't had the chance to thank you for the other day."

"Thank what?" he replied casually, then gestured towards the elderly man he was speaking with. "Come, meet Hunter Hansen."

Only then did I realize that the man was none other than the senior head of Eternal Properties, Hunter Hansen.