Third Person's POV:
Isabel struggled to hold back her tears as she faced Grandmother’s scorn. She wanted to defend herself, to make Grandmother see that she wasn’t trying to manipulate anyone. Isabel longed to explain that, despite the insults and hostility, she had always approached others with compassion and respect.
But her upbringing had taught her to honor her elders, even when they were cruel. She knew that stooping to their level would only tarnish her own integrity. In her heart, she believed silence was often the best response to those who couldn’t appreciate kindness.
With a heavy heart, Isabel left the room and headed to the kitchen to prepare coffee for Nina. The thought of Nina’s stress over the news of Mason’s impending marriage weighed heavily on her. Isabel wanted to sh
