Matilda was actually caught off guard by Jimmy's pleas, and even Paul found it hard to watch.

Turning to Charlie, he said, "Please, Mr. Wade—my uncle can be a little despicable, but he is my father's brother. Please, let him have a chance to turn over a new leaf, seeing that he's earnestly repenting."

While Paul spoke with Charlie, Jimmy was still confused and wondered why Paul would plead his case with Charlie instead of Julien.

If there was anyone Paul should ask, it was Yolden since he wa