"Alden... Mom wants you to apologize personally to Aunt Riana and also Regina."

That morning, while enjoying his breakfast, Alden immediately looked up. Pausing his chewing, the man stared intently at his mother. Without needing explanation, his expression was that of someone full of questions.

"Apologize? For what?"

"Of course, for your rude attitude and response."

Alden sighed and then chuckled bitterly. It was the first time giving a refusal was considered rude. After all, what was more impolite, refusing to be set up without prior consent?

"No... I won't apologize. I'm sure I haven't done anything wrong. Besides, what's wrong with refusing something that doesn't align with our heart...