From Scorn to Throne: William Anderson's Journey

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Mr. Smith looked very angry. "What?! Kneel?! In front of you?!" he shouted, his face turning red. "Who do you think you are? You're just an ignorant youngster, and you want me, a company leader, to kneel in front of you?"

William tried to remain calm, he was not affected by Mr. Smith's anger. "I understand that this is difficult for you, Mr. Smith. But, this is Young Master Anderson's request. If you refuse, I'm afraid you'll have to be prepared to face the consequences."

"Mr. Smith, this is not a difficult request. You might as well do it," Evan added.

Mr. Smith was still trying to find a way out of this situation. "Is there any other way?" he asked, his voice hopeful.

William without hesitation said, "No, Mr. Smith. This is Young Master Anderson's request. There is no other way."

Mr. Smith looked even more furious. "But why do I have to kneel? What does this have to do with my son? Did I make a mistake? Why do I have to apologize?" he shouted.

William, calmly and firmly, replied