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

countered, "Do you think

had been sitting at the dining table, disinterestedly watching the

polite. "That's not what I meant. But why did you conclude it was her

"Do

"Leanne, how could I possibly do such

you could confront Xenia

like Mr. Curtis' wife and could easily get his attention. Best scenario, he ends up liking me. Worst case, he needs to keep me quiet from his wife and that means he's got to pay

"Tell me, why would I do that? What could I possibly gain?" Xenia

"Do you have

"We always

cautious, never

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