"Get out!"
Paul approached as well. He hadn't anticipated William's intrusion into this room. But upon seeing Elizabeth, he grasped the situation.
"Barbara, come here!"
"Paul, I..."
"Get over here!"
Though Barbara was reluctant, she trudged over, her face etched with grievance, for Paul's call was one she couldn't ignore.
Alexander spoke with calm assurance, "I am aware of the Gibson family's mistreatment of Lizzie."
Paul had intended to escort Barbara away, but he halted upon hearing this.
"Regarding this..."
Before Paul could conclude, Alexander cut in, "I trust this will be the first and final time I address this. Otherwise, I reserve the right to represent the York family and retaliate against your Gibson family."
The tension in the air was palpable, pressing down on them lik
