His mother rushed to Mr. Hathaway's side, trying to hold him back.

"Honey, please. Everyone's watching. He is an adult. Today is his birthday..for crying out loud."

Bruno's grandmother, looking sharply at Mr. Hathaway, said, "Henry! In my presence? You slapped a man for being a man and standing up for whom he loved."

Mr. Hathaway turned toward Beauty, his gaze cold and furious, ignoring his mother. 

" What are you waiting for? Get the hell out of this house! I'll ...