Louisa finds it difficult to control her feelings after hearing Fred's hurtful remarks.

She trembles a little and clenches her hands while maintaining eye contact with him. "Listen to yourself, Fred. Have you changed into this person? Accusing me without evidence because you're….what?

Feeling envious? Feeling resentful that I don't share your feelings?"

Fred flinches, but his jaw tightens as he immediately gathers himself. "You think this is about envy? That's rich. Louisa, but I'm not envious. I'm disturbed by the way you string people along and deceive those who genuinely care about you.”

Louisa's rage erupts, causing her breath to catch. "I didn't string you along. Fred, I was...