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 of her as Richard couldn't remain entirely indifferent

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

she is still part

previously clouded eyes sharp with clarity. "After everything she's done? How many times has

a cup, placed it carefully before Richard, and

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

however, was far from agreeing. "Father, Lucy is still 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

family. Mr. Luther had been thrown in jail, and no amount of connections or influence had been

cell. She knew now that James wouldn't lift a finger to save her this time. It finally dawned on her why

the one behind bars, while

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