"Don't just think, Aunt; you must call off the wedding! What if I don't end up marrying President Bryan? What will I do then? I've already told my friends!" Lucy cried out hysterically, further upsetting Mrs. Rose.

Mrs. Rose forcefully covered Lucy's mouth and even pulled at her hair, causing some strands to come loose.

"I told you to be quiet or I'll kill you. You... you're useless now!"

Bryan's office. His serious demeanor created a tense and colorless atmosphere. A ...