Chapter 30

It had been three days since Iris had proposed to annul Thomas' engagement. Iris she downstairs to find almost every member of the Franklin family in the parlor. There was cheer in the air as the Winter's family was there with them. Charles certainly worked fast. During dinner, Iris listened as Winter's family affectionately addressed Thomas as 'Tom'. She clenched her fists as she watched Charles in silence. To no surprise, Charles invited Winter's father to his study after dinner. Everyone was convinced that they were just discussing the upcoming engagement, only for Winter's father to storm downstairs soon enough. He left right away with his wife and daughter, snapping, "The Franklin family has crossed a line!" Soon, Alan came downstairs and announced to the rest of the Franklins, "Master Franklin, let me announce the annulment of Master Thomas and Miss Winter's engagement." "Also, Master Thomas—Master Franklin would like to see you in his study." - When Thomas arrived at