After Emily went abroad, Charlotte personally went to the Brown family to discuss the divorce. Her words were harsh, and Mrs. Brown was nearly driven to a heart attack by anger.

Although Mrs. Brown had never liked Emily as a daughter-in-law, their family did not agree with the divorce at this time.

With David as his father-in-law and the Deputy Mayor, James would at least gain some reputation from outsiders, and certain things would become easier. Once they lost the support of the Harris ...