Tom looked at Rodolphus, concern etched on his face. "Rodolphus, what's wrong? Why do you look scared?"

Rodolphus hesitated before replying, "I didn't have consent when it happened. I didn't like it or want it."

Tom's expression darkened with anger. "Who, Rodolphus?"

Rodolphus blinked, a mix of fear and confusion in his eyes. "I don't know. They had a mask on. I didn't see their face."

Tom took a deep breath, trying to maintain his composure. "Do you want your mom to know? I will keep her under control when she's here."

Rodolphus sighed, his shoulders slumping. "Yes, please. And my brother too."

Tom activated the Dark Mark, summoning Ginger and Rabastan. "Can you sit by me? I don't trust Mother," Rodolphus asked quietly.

Tom nodded and sat close to him, providing a sense of security. Within moments, Ginger and Rabastan Apparated into the room.

"My Lord," they greeted in unison.

Rabastan saw Rodolphus and rushed over to him, sitting by his side. Ginger, on the other hand, noticed her son and immediately grew furious.

"How dare you leave when I told you to stay! How dare you come to our Lord and complain! I made you get a check-up. You are in so much trouble when we go home. Let's go now," she demanded, stomping towards him, her hand raised threateningly.

Tom jumped up, his eyes blazing with fury. "What are you doing?" he growled. "You dare hit your child?"

Ginger's expression turned defiant. "My Lord, he is being out of line right now. A good future Lord should know better."

Tom's voice was cold and authoritative. "He is a young boy who needs his mother right now, but this is not acceptable behavior."

Ginger sneered, her tone dripping with disdain. "He will talk to me in private if he needs me. You need to stay in your place, my Lord."

Tom stepped closer, his presence intimidating. "This is my place, Ginger. And as long as he is under my roof, he will be treated with respect. Leave now before I lose my patience."

Ginger hesitated, her eyes darting between Tom and her son. Finally, she turned on her heel and stormed out, leaving an uneasy silence in her wake.