Everyone was speechless at Walter's exasperated words. Dennis Campbell coughed and said, "It's late. Since you all have work tomorrow, it's about time to head to bed."
In fact, he just wanted to avoid giving these youngsters a chance to criticize him. Dennis Campbell, ever the prideful man, left immediately after speaking.
Once her father was gone, Elizabeth Campbell glanced at me and Brittany Scott, and the two women exchanged a smile.
She teased me, "You didn't give Walter any face. After all, he was just doing my dad's bidding."
I chuckled wryly, "You've known me for so long, am I the kind of person who takes a loss? Your dad has a grudge against me, and if I gave in, it would be hard to stay here these days."
Brittany looked at me oddly and said, "But the more you resist, the more Uncle Campbell might think you have feelings for Elizabeth. Have you considered that all your resistance might just be to prove to him how exceptional you are?"
I: "Nani?"
