Stating The Rules!

Everyone was still shocked about Manuel's sudden butt in. No one was expecting him to talk. He was the kind of person that even if they were talking about him right in front of him, he's always quiet. He doesn't have time to think about what other people say about him.

Michelle was surprised when he stood up.

"It is I father..." Manuel said and took a dramatic pause to scan everyone's facial expression.

Even Ginny wasn't expecting it. She thought he was going to cover for her.

"I'm to blamed, not my in-laws. I should have disciplined my wife. Please, accept my apologies father" Manuel said. Ginny rolled her eyes secretly. She thought for some seconds that Manuel was going to tell everyone the truth. But what he said doesn't change the fact that Mr Croydon already hates her and her parents are disappointed already.

"Don't blame yourself for this Manuel. I know she's your wife. You don't have to cover for her" Mr Croydon said. Manuel exchanged glances with his mother. She signalled