Chapter 617

• Seeing the situation unfold, Joan put on a gentle and understanding expression. "I’m sorry for disturbing you. We’ll leave now," she said softly.
• Then, turning to her mother, she continued, "Mom, let’s just let it go. It’s clear that Liza isn’t ready to forgive us. Maybe we should come back in a few days and try again, okay?"
• The butler scoffed at Joan’s feigned innocence, unimpressed by her act. Without another word, he shut the door, effectively cutting off any further conversation. To him, the Cooper Family’s presence was nothing but an eyesore.