Chapter 80 Get Some Rest

Helena turned to Gideon. "I think you ought to step in, dear. How about you pay Mrs. Strudwick Senior a visit tomorrow? Tell her Cressida is just a misguided child, that it was our fault for not setting her straight. But Natasha is different. She's obedient, sensible, and shares a deep bond with Luther. "Now that Cressida has stepped aside, it's the perfect chance for our families to strengthen ties. As long as Mrs. Strudwick Senior gives the green light, what's a little rumor from the media?" Gideon's frustration eased. It was a solid plan. All they had to do was sway the matriarch, and everything would fall into place. At that moment, the family's maid, Pamela Heath, approached cautiously with a bowl of fruit. Sensing the tension in the room, she hesitated. "What is it?" Helena snapped. "Mr and Mrs. Ashworth," Pamela said softly, "I was taking out the trash and saw the young lady… walking out the door." "So what? Is that really that big of a deal?" Helena groaned impatientl