Caleb sternly warned, "Consider yourself lucky that you've only lost an arm. But if I catch wind of you exploiting my identity for any other purpose, this won't be the end of it."
The young man hastily responded, "I swear, I won't do it again. I only impersonated you to help facilitate the partnership with the Bowen family. I didn't engage in anything else."
Turning his attention to Lewis, Caleb remarked, "You shouldn't be addressing me right now. Your apology should be directed toward him. He's Timothy Barrett, the CEO of the Barrett Group, the very person you were supposed to be partnering with."
Lewis wore a guilty expression as he glanced at Timothy, unable to muster a single word.
His previous disdain toward Timothy now left him utterly humiliated.
Adding to his embarrassment, Lewis had even resorted to physical confrontation with Timothy in the past, unaware of Timothy's status as the CEO of the Barrett Group.
But why would someone as high-ranking as Timothy stoop to the level of being a mere bodyguard for Mia?
It was a puzzle that didn't seem to fit together.
Sensing the tension, Connie interjected, "We're not entirely to blame here. I mean, who could have predicted that the esteemed CEO of the Barrett Group, hailing from the distinguished Bern City aristocracy, would end up in Nord City working as a bodyguard for a woman?
"It's such an improbable situation that nobody would have taken it seriously. We can't bear all the responsibility for this misunderstanding."
Lewis hastily nodded, casting a nervous glance at Timothy. "Mr. Barrett, this is indeed our mistake. Please, don't take it personally. We were also misled into mistaking your identity."
Just then, Mia chimed in, "Are you seeking forgiveness already? Just moments ago, you were brimming with arrogance, pointing fingers and hurling insults. You even attempted to physically harm him, only to face retaliation. Have you conveniently forgotten?"
Upon hearing Mia's words, Connie's face flushed with anger. But before she could retaliate, Lewis quickly intervened, pulling her back.
Regaining his composure, Lewis put on a brave front and nodded. "You're right. It was our mistake for not recognizing Mr. Barrett's true identity. We're thankful that the truth has come out. Mr. Gomez, Mr. Barrett, you are our honored guests today."
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