She discovered to her horror, that her status in the Smith family was now even inferior to Maria's.

She had to get back control of the situation.

This horrible situation demanded that she had to make some changes! Vivian was led out of the room, dazed. Her thoughts were a turmoil as she walked.

How would she be able to change the situation?

She had an epiphany: if she could show her family and grandfather that Song of Phoenix wasn't based on Female Military Counsellor, she'd be a far more respected member of the Smith family and earn his love and respect.