Chapter 19

The crowd automatically parted, and the elderly man with a walking stick slowly approached with Nina's assistance. His gaze pierced through the room like a sharp blade, locking onto Evelyn. His eagle-like eyes, filled with an unwavering determination, seemed to lower the room's temperature by several degrees, making everyone feel as if a heavy weight pressed down on their heads. Evelyn took a step back, her face paling. Mr. Richard? Wasn't he supposed to be abroad? When had he returned? Seeing his cherished granddaughter-in-law being mistreated in such a way! Did they really think the Harrington family had no one? *Da-da* Richard declared, grounding his cane with authority and a commanding voice. "Serena, come over here. I’d like to see who DARES to eject you today," The few bodyguards who had initially intended to remove Serena hesitated and avoided eye contact. Evelyn's throat was dry, and her fingers involuntarily clenched. "Mr. Richard, Miss Serena was..." The surrounding onlookers