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ASHLEY - JONATHAN'S ROOM

The room was shrouded in darkness as Ashley entered, carrying her husband's tea. She flicked on the lights, revealing Jonathan resting on the couch.

"Hey, are you okay, Jonathan? You look tired. And why did you turn off the lights?" Ashley inquired, handing him the cup before settling beside him.

Opening his eyes, Jonathan began, "Actually, princess, I was thinking something..."

Before he could continue, the door was forcefully pushed open, and Delilah barged in. Both Jonathan and Ashley were taken aback as Delilah walked to the couch, took Ashley's hand, and made her stand.

"Delilah, behave yourself. What is all this?" Ashley demanded, puzzled.

Delilah released her hand, a stern expression on her face. "You better behave, Ashley. How much evil are you planning for in this house? Do you even realize what you are doing to this family?"

Jonathan, standing up, intervened, "Delilah, you have no right to talk to my wife like this." Delilah turned to him with eviden