Every time Mrs. York and Mrs. Harrington crossed paths these days, sparks flew.

Just the sight of Mrs. York's self-righteous, smug expression made Mrs. Harrington's skin crawl.

Mrs. Harrington was visibly shaking; Serena was beside her, with tears streaming down her face in worry, while Alexander just felt his headache intensify.

In a cold voice, Alexander said, "Mom, enough, please leave. I'm fine, I'll be discharged first thing in the morning."

Serena nodded vigorously, "Exactly, Mom, let's go. If we don't leave, Alex and the rest won't be able to rest. Dad's flight tonight is almost home; let's head back."

Serena tugged at Mrs. Harrington's arm.

With clenched teeth, Mrs. Harrington said, "I won't stoop to your level, darling, let's go."

Mrs. Harrington huffed and, taking Serena with her, left.

Serena looked back at Mrs. York, stopped, and bowed slightly, "Auntie, let's go together. You and my mom have been on good terms for so many years. Maybe my mom spoke out of turn because she was upset. I really hope you two can talk things out."

want to say something to Mrs.

Tyrone and Quintessa, "I'm leaving,

arm around Quintessa, "Don't worry, what could

chuckled, "Just try not to get kicked

Tyrone frowned, "Mom."

her hand

high heels clacking loudly on the floor. Mrs. York curled her lip, as if

Serena, feeling anxious, whispered,

nět

be like this. Why have you been so irritable lately? You could have talked with Cecilia, more calmly. Cecilia has always been so patient. After being friends for so many years, how

in her tracks, and her mind suddenly cleared. Yes, she was too angry. She had always been so good at putting on a facade, but now she was losing control because of Mrs. York, who seemed to have

from her usual, somewhat foolish demeanor to this newfound cleverness that had thrown her off. Mrs. Harrington took a deep breath.

many years, she would let her turn

she had to admit that the Harrington

stopped

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