Mrs. Flint is hardly compassionate. She'd rather not offend Mrs. Long. Also, her fear of me usurping power and securing the position of the next Madame of the Long family has led her to tread on eggshells around me.

She has masterfully planned her scheme, I have always known her to be quite the crafty one.

I scornfully retorted, “So Mrs. Flint, am I supposed to be grateful for your considerations?"

Seeing that I wouldn't give in and was causing her embarrassment, her expression instantly darkened.

"Sam, I know you're determined to sever ties with the Long family.

But as your former boss, I simply advise you not to offend...