For a long moment, the grand ballroom was completely silent. Every guest seemed to be holding their breath. All eyes turned toward the source of that commanding voice. Roman walked calmly through the crowd, his presence commanding immediate attention. Nathan began trembling visibly. "U-Uncle?" Nathan stammered, his voice shaking with fear. Roman glanced at Nathan’s raised hand. “You were about to hit her?” Nathan immediately stepped back. The crowd buzzed with confusion and shock. Alexander looked completely bewildered. Evelyn's mind was reeling. Uncle? This was Nathan's feared uncle? Nathan had actually sent her to his own uncle's bed? And what did he mean about being pregnant? Roberts, Nathan's father, finally found his voice. "Roman, perhaps you could explain yourself? Do you unde

