Begging for Mercy

Elise had counted on the Ashford family as her sanctuary, but now they were desperate to cut all ties. As for her family, Lydia had passed out, while Richard and the Vance brothers glared at her with fury, as if she were the worst criminal.

'What should I do? Should I beg Maeve for mercy?" Elise staggered back in panic.

She wanted to apologize, but the crowd's stares and whispers held her hostage.