"After all, Mrs. Ford's mother has been bothering my granduncle since she was a child, and even managed t o obtain the family name of my granduncle. Not even my mother and I have the honor of obtaining the Shaw name despite being so close to my granduncle. But...a woman like that, how could she..." Lori stopped half-way. Her expression and words remained understanding and innocent, as though she only happened to be dragged into this. She shrugged and looked at the old Master Shaw, doe-eyed. "I think we should let my granduncle decide."
"Granduncle?" she called out and the old Master Shaw lifted his gaze and looked at her. She immediately continued, "Don't be scared, Granduncle. Mom and I will take care of you today, you will be fine. Besides, even conflicts that occurred decades ago in the past need to be resolved eventually. Let's take the opportunity today at Uncle Sean's family gathering and resolve everything. I know that some people might get frustrated and become violent after being exposed, so don't worry, Granduncle, Mom and I will protect you. With the two of us here, we won't let anyone try to take advantage of my granduncle!"
Lori's tone became more and more righteous as she went on, and her words were pointing directly at Sabrina and Gloria. She looked over at Sabrina, who remained calm, and Gloria, who seemed extremely
anxious. However, as soon as she was done, Marcus slammed his fists on the table and stood up.
"Lori Gibson! Don't you dare accuse them of what they didn't do! I'm telling you, you and your mother are to get out of my house once this gathering is over! We do not welcome you!"
"Cousin Marcus..." Tears immediately started welling u p her eyes.
"I'm not your cousin!"
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