Impulsive Vow to an Enigmatic Husband novel Chapter 367

Cornelia had a soft spot, especially when it came to sweet and beautiful girls like Briana.

She cradled Briana in her arms, gathered up her courage and said to Marcus, "President Hartley, Bri is all grown up now. She has her own social circle, and her own friends. Most importantly, she has her own dignity. You can't treat her like a kid anymore."

Before Cornelia could finish what she was saying, Marcus cut her off, "Take her upstairs and wash off the paint from her face."

He wasn't mad, nor did he say he was going to continue punishing Briana. But Briana was scared nonetheless. She hid behind Cornelia, peeking out from behind her, "Are you going to punish me in some other way?"

"President Hartley, I'll take Bri to wash her face now. I promise she'll be squeaky clean." Cornelia took Briana and left, heading back to Briana's room. Once she was sure Marcus couldn't hear them, she said, "Silly girl, he didn't mention punishing you. Why are you looking for trouble?"

"Because I know him too well." Briana wiped away a tear and held onto Cornelia tightly, "His word is law. He said he'd make me reflect on my actions, and he will. Cornelia, I don't want to be locked up in a dark room. Only you can help me. You have to help me!"

Briana was shaking violently, and her voice trembling. She had been scared of her brother before, but never as scared as she was now. This fear was deep-seated. She couldn't hide it, and she definitely wasn't acting.

Cornelia held Briana, sometimes ruffling her hair, sometimes patting her back gently, "Bri, can you tell me why you're suddenly so scared of your brother today?"

Briana shook her head, "I'm not scared of him. No matter how mean he is, I'm not scared of him."

"Alright, alright, you're not scared of him." Briana wouldn't admit it, so Cornelia didn’t push. She had her own ways to get Briana to wash her face. "Bri, if this paint stays on your face too long, it'll damage your skin. Your skin is delicate and more prone to allergies. For the sake of your skin, for the sake of staying a beautiful little princess, go wash your face, okay?"