Jeffery had walked out to the garden when the maid who was supposed to take care of the Princess need came to get more tea.
He learned from her about the ladies' visit so he had come outside knowing the kind of people lady Catherine and Lady Vera are
To his surprise, Ellen seems to be a sharp tongue too so he remained in the corner and watched the show
He was quite surprised when he heard lady Catherine insult the crown prince so boldly. She sure had a death wish but he chooses to keep quiet and wait for Ellen's reaction.
The princess has been confidently flaunting the prince so he just thought to keep watching her.
Ellen hearing lady Catherine's words gave her a small smirk before elegantly standing up. "Ladies, I must excuse myself as I would not be unable to accompany you any longer," Ellen said.