Charlotte took a deep breath, trying to stay calm. "You don't know the whole story, so don't rush to defend anyone. You might end up being used."
Ignoring Pedro, she turned to Elijah with a stern look.
"I came to Garcia Manor today out of respect for your grandfather. If I'd known Amelia was here, I wouldn't have come at all."
"I really don't want to waste my precious time on you, so from now on, stay away from me."
With that, Charlotte turned to leave, her movements sharp and decisive.
But she had barely taken two steps when a hand caught her arm.
Elijah's voice was calm but firm. "Amelia is here because she's the only one who could get Dr. Dunn. Dr. Dunn is my grandfather's doctor. He's the only one who can save him."
Charlotte paused and then replied coldly, "You don't need to ex
