George Flack stiffly nodded his head, mainly because he felt at a loss for words regarding the events that had just transpired.
Why the reluctance? Although Aria Grant knew that George Flack would be unhappy after hearing those words, she didn't expect him to wear such a sullen expression.
"When we go in later, are you going to keep frowning like that? If that's the case, then it's better for me to go in alone!" Aria Grant started to feel unhappy as well, thinking there was no need to have someone clearly in low spirits accompany her. It might even make the director think she was reluctant.
Perhaps it was the fact that Aria Grant's current state was truly pitiable that made George Flack realize his mistake upon hearing her speak to him in such a way.
So George Flack quickly grabbed Aria Grant's hand and said in a low voice, "I'm sorry, I lost control of my emotions just now. Meeting the director together is a great thing, and I shouldn't be scowling. Does this look better?"