Chapter 18 - Gabriel Defends Harper Publicly Against High Society Cruel Gossips
Near the champagne fountain, Senator Henderson’s wife sneered loudly, whispering cutting insults about the maid-turned-companion to her socialite friends.
“I hear she used to scrub floors in the West End before she wormed her way into Ashford’s private residence,” the senator's wife mocked.
Gabriel heard every word from across the room, his jaw tightening as he handed his champagne flute to a passing waiter.
He walked straight toward the gossiping group, pulling Harper closer to his side with an unmistakable possessive grip.
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“If I ever hear your unrefined voice disrespecting Mrs. Queen in public again, your husband’s legislative career ends by sunrise,” Gabriel warned.
The socialites turned pale, scattering like frightened birds while Harper looked up at Gabriel with a mixture of awe and wonder.
