Barbara was struck dumb for a second. She glanced at Kylie, then said, "Kylie is always loyal to you. It's not a big deal."
Kylie felt embarrassed, then said to Barbara in a quiet voice, "Mom, it doesn't matter whether Ethan forgives him or not, but Stephen has broken the law, and he should be punished."
"I don't care!" Barbara was displeased. "As long as you want to help, Stephen will be fine. And..." In case Barbara said something that hurt Ethan, Kylie pulled Barbara at once. "Mom, Ethan will figure out a way."
Hearing that, Ethan stared at Kylie. "Do you want me to help him get away with his crime too?"
Kylie was a little scared. She had no intention to help Stephen get away with his crime at all!
She raised a smile and gave a quick glance at Barbara. It meant that she was making Barbara feel better.
Ethan understood it, but he demanded a clear answer to Kylie.
