Alfred was aware that Tatiana was trying to sacrifice a pawn to secure the big picture. He had underestimated Olivia's importance to Mason and Linus.

If things went on like this, even Tatiana would get the blame. Abandoning Alfred was a better choice than getting Tatiana dragged down with him.

Alfred was at a loss. Tatiana was Mason's wife, after all. Even if Mason was angry at her, they would reconcile soon enough.

But if Alfred exposed Tatiana, he would be offending the entire Heath family. When that happened, he might be chased out.

So, Alfred took all the blame right away. "Yes, Mrs. Heath did remind me to do that. I was doing a good job at first, but the room didn't have a heating system.

"I contacted the repairman right away, but he wasn't free to come over today. This is totally out of my control. My attitude was lacking back then, and I should be punished for mistreating the young lady.

"Mr. Heath, Mr. Linus, please forgive me."

As expected, after Alfred said that, Tatia