The crowd: "…"
Although Luke's words were harsh, they were undeniably true. With his status, he had no reason to target Katie.
Katie's expression stiffened as she bit her lip in frustration. "James, I met with Selina in private. Reid Young Master might not be aware…"
James felt a wave of embarrassment, as if his authority as the head of the family had been openly challenged.
"Reid Young Master, you don't need to cover for this ungrateful daughter! Selina, you must give Katie an explanation today, or I will disown you!"
"Oh? So you still consider me your daughter?"
Selina's voice was low, tinged with sorrow. "For years, whatever Mrs. Bryant said, you believed. When she called me unruly, you saw me as unruly. When she said I was disobedient, you kicked me out of the house..."
A flash of exhaustion appeared on her face, drawing sighs from the onlookers.
