Disgraceful
Ava watched in consternation as the lady spoke as though she would positively take the offer without a second thought.
"Once we're back in Vermont, I have no wish to set eyes on you ever again. I'll expect you to disappear immediately."
Out of the corner of her eye, Ava saw the maid was staring at her with plain disgust. She felt heat creep over her face. Ignoring her severe embarrassment, she made a brief answer.
"I'm not going anywhere, My Lady, because I'm not taking your offer. As I said before, I did nothing wrong. I refuse to accept this false accusations."