Chaos from the start.

Before he could say anything, Margaret extended her arm upwards, signaling that she had something to say. Her face was awash with fierce determination, it seemed she was going to have her say with or without permission to speak. 

Rufus could tell that it would be impossible to move on before her saying what was on her mind given by the unyielding gaze that she cast upon him. He stretched his hand forward to stop Edward from saying anything.

"Edward please allow Margaret to speak, it looks like whatever she wants to address is very important." His tone was as polite as he made the request.

Margaret wasted no time at the given opportunity, she did not even wait for Edward to consent or reject the request.