Chapter 137

Jafian glanced at Edward, disdain evident on his face. "So what if it causes trouble? Is it that you lack the ability to protect your own daughter, or do you think I'm incapable of protecting my wife?"

Erwand was momentarily taken aback. Julian was effectively countering Edward's every argument, leaving him speechless.

Julian wasn't one to dwell on trivialities. Could Rosalie's influence have rubbed off on him? Edward wondered.

Julian had been provoked by Edward. In his infrequent visits to the Graham family, he'd witnessed firsthand Edward's treatment of Rosalie.

Normally, Julian would have ignored such matters. However, the thought of Rosalie being victimized by her own father—shamelessly undermining his legitimate daughter for an illegitimate one, even sullying her reputation—made his anger uncontrollable.

Julian's words had indeed embarrassed Edward. Considering Edward was Rosalie's father, Julian had restrained himself from saying harsher things.

He'd come to the Graham villa tonight for Rosalie, not to dine with this absurd family. He immediately put down his fork. "I'll go check on Rosalie. Mrs. Graham, Mr. Graham, please enjoy yourselves."

Julian completely ignored Helena's feigned weakness.

Phyllis watched helplessly as her granddaughter was dismissed and her son reprimanded like a child. Her face soured.