47: Will You Not Ask Him to Leave?

Finally, under Lillian's composed gaze, Yolanda sat back down, though inside she seethed, biting her lip in fury. "Lillian, did you not hear their words? It’s outrageous, I want to tear their mouths apart."

Lillian inquired methodically, "And then what? Start a commotion over a few remarks, and have everyone say that not only was I relegated to the cafeteria, but I also got into a brawl over some pointed jabs?"

Yolanda's delicate brow furrowed. "That’s not what I meant, Lillian."

"I'm well aware that's not what you intended. But do you really think confronting them would make a difference? No matter how you respond, you can't control what others say."

Yolanda bit her lip harder. "I can’t just stand by while they slander you like this!"

Her indignation on Lillian's behalf was touching. Lillian hadn't expected her usually timid assistant to show such obstinate loyalty.

With a sigh, Lillian conceded, "Actually, it's not all slander."

Yolanda's eyes widened in disbelief. "What are you say