Encore of the Avenging Muse (Sylvia and Rupert)

Chapter 111

Oh, still playing the innocent card?

"Ms. Simpson, after you call the cops, what exactly are you gonna tell them? That I went mad and almost killed Mrs. Simpson because of some provocation? And who exactly provoked me?"

At that, everyone's eyes cautiously shifted towards Tristan. Wasn't it because Tristan had openly rebuked Edwin and Naomi in defense of the Simpson ladies that Sylvia had been pushed over the edge? Bridget was stunned. It dawned on her that Sylvia had been setting the stage from the moment that call was made. They had all been meekly waiting for Tristan to speak up!

So what was the point of her calling the cops?

To pin it on Tristan?

"Enough!" Tristan commanded with authority, "You ladies have had too much to drink. This whole frenzy of yours would be best slept off."

"Sir..." Bridget looked at Tristan in disbelief.

Tristan summoned the butler and handed back the box containing the ceremonial sword.

"This sword isn't for me. Take it back. Show the guests out."

were reluctant to give up and looked as if they wanted to argue their case. But Tristan's next words cut off any hope

who you bring home. Drunken nonsense, no manners! If word of today's event leaks, don't expect

Years of effort, all ruined by Sylvia's outburst. The mother and daughter were shown the door, even their gift returned. Such an embarrassment would be the talk of the town.

Sylvia and Naomi

on Edwin. After everyone had left,

forced to

Edwin of the

in front

Another captured Edwin being

a dumpster, with Miriam's smiling face in the background, issuing the

much for Naomi. Edwin, however, was a different story. Especially after listening

Tristan in the face.

but he would never tolerate outsiders humiliating his

always want the

from the storeroom? Send it over. And pick out a couple of jewelry sets for Naomi.

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Mr. Rupert already dismissed two maids the other night. If we let more go today, it might be hard to find replacements