Her face turned pale. She didn't expect Leander to say such a thing. Looking at the old butler's scrutinizing gaze, her heart filled with anxiety. In her haste, she stepped forward to hug Leander and said urgently, "I'm your grandmother. Come, let grandma hug you."
Just then, a sharp shout from behind interrupted her action.
"Mariah, stay away from Leander!" Claire rushed over quickly, holding Leander tightly in her arms. She looked at Mariah warily, burying Leander's face securely in her embrace.
"What are you doing here? You're not welcome!" Claire continued. "Butler, escort the guest out!"
Hearing Claire's shout, the blood drained from Mariah's face. She didn't expect Claire to appear at this time. Mariah gritted her teeth, furious but not daring to act rashly in the face of the situation.
Impatiently, Claire said, "So what if I had a child?
