Enoch overheard Saskia's comments and responded, "I know you're talking about Drusilla. In this whole household, Lilith is the only one who's not on good terms with her aunt."
"No, Mr. Taylor, I..." Saskia started to protest, but was cut off by Enoch saying, "Actually, I think you make a good point."
"Excuse me?" Saskia was momentarily taken aback.
Had she misheard?
Enoch actually thought she made sense.
Saskia breathed a sigh of relief and said to Enoch, "Mr. Taylor, honestly, it's not that I'm intentionally giving your daughter-in-law a hard time. It's just, she used to be married to our Harlan... You know how women can get, all jealous and competitive. Seeing Drusilla, it's natural for Lilith to feel upset. You being Lilith's uncle, considering her pregnancy, it's really great of you to be so considerate!"
She had thought Enoch wouldn't care much for Lilith, but to her surprise, he was quite protective of his niece!
With this in mind, Saskia felt quite pleased.
Upon hearing her, Enoch cracked a smile and said, "So, I've been thinking. Lilith, while you're pregnant, why don't you move back to the Stanton's? There's nothing pressing here, and you won't have to see your aunt, saving you the heartache and keeping the baby safe."
Enoch's offer came across as genuinely thoughtful, as if he really was looking out for his precious niece.
However, Lilith, hearing this, trembled with anger, "Uncle, are you... trying to send me away?"
Enoch looked at her tenderly, "Your mother-in-law expressed her concerns about your health too. What, she can care for you, but I, as your uncle, cannot?"
Tears uncontrollably streamed down Lilith's face, "My mom passed away early, and my dad was always busy with work. I grew up here. Whether it's uncle, or grandparents, everyone in this house has been my family, loving and supporting me as I grew up.
You all have spoiled me over the years, and I've always been grateful. But I never imagined... just for another woman, Uncle would actually hint that I shouldn't come around anymore!"

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