Adam's POV

Everyone went quiet after my request. I guess they hadn't expected me to set a boundary. But how could I not? Joseph was right. And knowing my brothers, they would definitely insult Emma. This wasn't just about her. It was about my reputation too. I'm a gentleman. Not with everyone, but with Emma, I would be. I didn't want the world thinking I was fatphobic.

"We understand," my father said. "Your mother and I have talked about her behavior toward Emma, and she will apologize."

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