Chapter 363

"No one is to interfere with Lucy's situation!" a commanding voice declared.

James's grandfather, Richard, entered the house, leaning heavily on his cane. Mrs. Williams quickly stepped forward to help him to his seat.

"Grandfather, you're here," James said, immediately setting up the tea set to prepare tea himself.

Mrs. Chancer and Richard had never gotten along, and now their interaction was limited to a brief nod before silence settled between them.

Charlotte, sitting cautiously to the side, was keenly aware of Richard's disapproval of her. Her hand instinctively rested on her stomach. She couldn't help but wonder if the child she carried would soften his attitude toward her.

Lost in thought, she was startled when Richard spoke. "You're carrying James' child. I won't make things difficult for you. Focus on delivering the baby safely, and there will be rewards."

lifted.

be her shield. Even someone as critical

Chancer and said firmly, "As for Lucy, leave her be. After all she's done, she needs to

fingers trembled slightly. "Grandfather, but she is still part of the

clarity. "After everything she's done? How many times has

into a cup, placed it carefully before

Lucy's affairs. Letting her remain in jail would give her

your granddaughter. Yes, she can be impulsive, but she's not truly bad. She's the daughter of a prominent family—are we really going to let her stay in jail? Imagine


imagine the ridicule if we let her

Reynolds family. Mr. Luther had

reflecting in her cell. She knew now that James wouldn't lift a finger to save her this time. It finally dawned on her why Charlotte had borrowed her car the day before, only to have her deliver it the next morning. Everything had been calculated

she was the one behind bars,

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