Synopsis

The chapter opens with Roman's father addressing the Laurence family, highlighting their disrespectful behavior. He reveals he was aware of Flora Laurence's role in the broken engagement and explains why he previously didn't reprimand them, choosing to let Roman handle it. He further details how he turned down a more beneficial political marriage with the Barcos, all because Roman was fond of Flora. The chapter then flashes back to Roman's childhood, illustrating a moment where he observed how a seemingly weak noble family was unjustly treated, foreshadowing the Laurence family's current position, concluding with a heartfelt apology from Lord Laurence, acknowledging their mistake and bowing to the strength of Dimitry.