After much deliberation, Gregor decided to attend the party. He asked Oliver to accompany him which Oliver did. He went to the party ahead of time in other to speak with Emily before the party officially starts. Emily sighted Gregor from afar. She became angry and walked up to him. She said, "You again? Can't you see that you are not welcomed here? Can't you see that you irritate me? Look, you are too low to be my friend. Please leave." Gregor was very furious at her. He asked, "Who do you think you are to talk to me like that?" As if I'm a goat!" "I am Emily Charles," replied Emily. "The daughter of a well known and respected Judge in this country. And you?" "I am Gregor Leonard," answered Gregor. "Although I am not from a wealthy background like you, I am from a disciplined, respectful and mannered home. But you are nothing but a spoilt egg. Beautiful but mannerless." After saying this, Gregor left with Oliver in anger. Emily felt so embarrassed and ashamed of herself. After the party, Emily went to bed thinking of Gregor's words. She realized that truly, she has been acting mannerless. She decided she would talk to Gregor when next they meet and ask for pardon. Oliver tried to calm Gregor down but he made up his mind never to speak to Emily again.
The next day Emily approached Gregor after classes and asked for forgiveness but Gregor had no interest in listening to her. This went on for some days. Emily begged Oliver to help her talk to Gregor. "Give him time," said Oliver. "You really hurt his feelings." After a week went by, Gregor saw that Emily truly realized her mistakes. So he forgave her and they became friends.
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