Skyler was always the most even-tempered among the trio.

Curtis did whatever pleased him, and his respect varied with his mood, while Devin was a real troublemaker outside. Whenever his temper flared, Skyler stepped in to mediate.

But no man could remain indifferent when his girlfriend's character was under attack.

"All of you are ladies. Please put yourself in her shoes for a moment. If someone maliciously speculated about you having an inappropriate relationship with another man, would you be okay with that?"

Morality couldn't bind Joy. "I can't put myself in your girlfriend's shoes. I own up to my actions boldly. Does she?"

As the tension escalated, Leanne pulled Joy behind her and calmly said, "What Joy said was out of line, and I apologize for her. We do hope Grace can explain the situation with Xenia."

Unlike Joy's reckless demeanor, Leanne spoke slowly and calmly, which softened Skyler's expression.

are you all so sure she did it? Is it because of some prejudice

could see his protective stance and countered, "Do you think

dining table, disinterestedly watching

meant. But

turned to Grace, "Do you have

denied it. "Leanne, how could I

suggested, "Maybe you could

Mr. Curtis. She said I looked a lot like Mr. Curtis' wife and could easily get his

intentions on me?" Grace seemed utterly wronged, "Tell me, why would I do that? What could I possibly gain?" Xenia was at a loss for words, clueless

asked, "Do you have any

stuttered, "We always talked

back, Grace had been cautious, never leaving any

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