The room became pin-drop silent as everyone gawked at Yvonne's ruined flesh, shocked.

"Until now, Mr. Jones has yet to give me an explanation." Yvonne gave Thomas a calm yet chilling look. "Besides, I never went overseas to study. I've been living in the countryside for the past 12 years. In fact—"

"Enough!" Thomas roared, effectively cutting Yvonne off. He seethed through gritted teeth. "Do you really want to embarrass our family in front of everyone here?"

"Our family?" Yvonne shook her head,