Damien's mother turned her icy gaze back to her son. Her voice dripped with disdain as she spoke, "This Scarlett woman is not a suitable match for us, Damien. She is a nobody, lacking in status and rank. To marry her would be a disgrace to everything the Steel family stands for, and you know it!"
Scarlett watched as Damien's eyes narrowed. "I have made my choice, Mother. You of all people cannot choose for me."
Lady Steel's lips curled into a sneer. "You are blinded by foolish infatuation, Damien. Blinded! You will ruin everything we have worked for! You and this woman—"
"Enough, mother!" Damien roared, startling even Scarlett. "Is it not obvious enough that I do not care about you or your opinion? Leave this house immediately. I will not tolerate your disrespect any longer!"
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