The pain made her grimace, and her right ear felt plugged, ringing loudly.
Mrs. Ainsworth stood there, completely motionless.
"Nora Ainsworth, let me tell you something. You're going to the Lynch family's home to explain this in person. I don't care what it takes, but you cannot let them call off the wedding. If you can't do it, then get out of this house and never come back!"
Mr. Ainsworth's words made Nora Ainsworth feel that a side of him he had always kept hidden was now completely exposed.
'What man would willingly become a stepfather out of pure selflessness? He was no exception.'
"Wouldn't that be for the best? Leon Lynch and I aren't in love, so how could we possibly get married? If I marry, it will be to a man who would give his life for me!"
"Nora! Be quiet!" Mrs. Ainsworth walked out gracefully, rebuking her.
"Mom—"
Mrs. Ainsworth's expression shifted in an instant. She grabbed Nora and forced her down at Mr. Ainsworth's feet. "Apologize!"
