Chapter 318

Steven paused, then looked at Ewan who had been standing at the door. "Stephie, let Ewan do it." I paused. I wondered if Ewan could handle it alone. "Trust Ewan. He's a professional," Steven whispered, tightening his grip around me. "Let him handle it…" I glanced at Ewan, who nodded at me apologetically. He must have felt bad for not protecting me on behalf of Steven. "Sir, Mrs. Lincoln, don't worry. I'll take care of the charity banquet." He remained outside, but I could see the injuries on his face and arm. Since Steven was admitted to the asylum, Ewan had become exceptionally busy. I didn't know what Ewan had been up to, but it felt… as if he and Steven were hiding a lot from me. I wondered if Dax was right about how Steven had been scheming against the Lincoln family the entire time. Could that be true? "This is the only chance that we'll ever get anytime soon." I looked at Ewan again. I needed assurance that he could complete the task. Ewan nodded. "Roger that." I