During the meeting, David faced a barrage of criticism from community members who shared their own experiences of discrimination and emphasized the importance of fostering an inclusive environment for everyone. Many praised Marcus for his dignified response and called for a formal apology from David.

Realizing the gravity of his actions, David finally stood up to address the community. With his voice trembling, he apologized to Marcus and the residents of Willow Creek. He admitted that his words were rooted in ignorance and prejudice, and he promised to seek education and understanding to ensure such behavior would never be repeated.