Desperation clouded Nanny's eyes.
"No... this can't be. Dad, please help me..."
"Lucas loves me - he does! He would never agree to call off the engagement..."
On her knees, Nanny crawled toward Samuel, struggling to clutch at his leg, begging. But he stepped aside in disgust, sneering down at her.
"Now you regret it? Too late."
"No matter how madly Lucas might've loved you, there's no way he'll accept a woman as cheap as you."
Samuel's voice dripped with disdain as he narrowed his eyes at her.
"For now, stay home. Don't even think about stepping outside and stirring up more trouble."
He gave strict orders to the butler and household staff - Nanny was not to be allowed out. Then, he turned and stormed upstairs in anger.
Behind him, Nanny remained on her knees, her face as pale as d
