Asher addressed the situation, not sparing Chara or Mrs. Adams: their week's earning split in half as a result of the case. Afterwards, Asher made his way to the room, where an equally angry Emma sat, waiting for him.

“ What was that?” She spoke first, not sparing him a glance.

“ Funny how I wanted to ask you the exact same question.”

Emma got to her feet, holding a defying look, “ I will not be treated like some rag doll. I don’t know what came over you, making you think I’m someone unable to fend for herself, but I’ll tell you one thing.” She paused, trying to catch...