Aaron's gaze shifted to Lila, cold and piercing, carrying an unmistakable sense of authority.

The air grew tense under the weight of his stare.

"Lila, explain yourself. Is that really how things happened? When she gave you a gift, how did you react? During dinner, when you asked her those questions, did she even respond?

"It was me who scolded you-why are you blaming her? And when you were going up the stairs, why did she grab your hand? Wasn't it because you scratched her? Do I need to show everyone the marks on her arm for proof?"

His voice was chilling, leaving no room for argument, his protective stance over Selena unwavering.

The coldness in his eyes as he looked at Lila only deepened.

are you trying to do? If you're that bored, find something useful to occupy yourself with-get a job, anything.

Nathalie snapped,

She's in tears, and you're siding with that woman instead of your own sister?" Aaron let out a bitter laugh. "Her health is my fault? If she knows she's fragile, then she should focus on resting instead of chasing after

other for a few years. The person I'm protecting now is my wife-the woman I love. Not

You were never

Nathalie's voice rang

turned to the servants. "Take Lila upstairs

responded, helping a

view, Nathalie's gaze darkened as she turned to Aaron. "What are you doing? Are you really planning to defy this family for the sake of that woman?" Aaron met her eyes without hesitation. "Mom, have

harsh, scornful laugh, making it clear that she had

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