Chapter 73: Shut Up!

Samuel had no idea that Nancy replaced Vivian in the arranged marriage. Besides, Samuel wasn’t a stranger. He had lived with Vivian for more than a decade as her stepfather. Others might not be able to see that this Vivian was a fake, but he surely could see it! Lily reacted like a cat whose tail had been stepped on. She jumped up in surprise, "What? That's not necessary, right? Didn't you say Vivian has a fever? Just let her rest. There's no need to bother her." Samuel nodded in agreement, voicing his concern, "Yeah, Mr. Firth, Vivian is unwell. It might be inconvenient. Let her rest. We're fine standing here." Lily quickly agreed, dropping her mother-in-law's intimidating demeanor. She smiled awkwardly, "Yes, we're fine standing here." Charlie waved at Maid Heather. She quickly understood it and sat back down. Seeing Charlie's reaction, Samuel knew that Charlie didn’t want this issue to become too ugly. In annoyance, he suddenly turned and threw a harsh slap on Lily's face. Wi