Chapter 312

"I..." Hester's face flushed a deep shade of red.

She had never expected to be dismissed so callously by Juan, but she couldn't deny the truth in his words. Her family was indeed a minor household, and every socialite in Seamar City dreamed of becoming Mrs. Nichols.

Juan observed her mortified expression and demanded, "Get out. I won't repeat myself."

Hester bit her lip and reluctantly stormed out of the room. Joe, who had been silently observing the exchange, stepped forward.

"Sir, Miss Vargas is just a naïve girl. There's no need to be so harsh."

"Are you telling me how to do my job?"

"I dare not, sir."

In the past, Juan had always been more tolerant of young girls, even if it was just for show. He would never have spoken so harshly to one. Moreover, the Vargas and Nichols families shared a decent relationship, making his abrupt dismissal of Hester all the more surprising.

Juan stated, "From today on, I don't want any outsiders in this house. Do you understand?"

"Yes, I'll t