Family Battle

“Elena! Or whatever your name is, can I talk to my son in private?” Elizabeth's voice could be heard from afar.

Elena turned to leave, but Liam pulled her back and held her close in his arms.

Liam's eyes had a haunted look as he stood there, holding Elena's hand. He knew it was time to leave, but he couldn't leave without addressing the tension in the room.

“Well mum, if you have to say something to me, say it now because we are about to leave. It is obvious we are not welcomed here,” he said, his voice firm.

Elizabeth's eyes narrowed. “Liam! You disregard my authority and choose this….lowlife.” She gestured at Elena in fury, “this strange Unknown over your mother?”

Elena felt a lump form in her throat as she looked at Elizabeth. She knew she was not what Elizabeth had expected for Liam.

“Come on Liam!” Charlotte gave Elena an evil look. “Of all the hundreds of girls you have been having sex with, surprisingly you could have at least picked one that has a decent background, not a low