Emily's voice was firm and resolute. "I can't allow this, Jackson. You need to send her back home."

Jackson shook his head, his expression unyielding. "I can't do that, Emily. I can’t send her back."

Amelia's face contorted in a pretence of distress, her voice trembling. "But I can't stay in my house alone, Jackson. I'm so scared and vulnerable."

Emily's eyes flashed with anger. "You can't stay in my husband's house with me his wife, Amelia. That's not acceptable."

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