Chapter 706:

Thea, in disbelief that the ferule was intended for her, questioned, “Grandma, what are you planning to do with the ferule?”

Felicia gestured toward Thea and said, “Those who misbehave must be punished. You need a good beating, or you’ll forget who truly rules this house.”

Thea was stunned. Her grandma was ordering her to be punished. But why?

Before Thea could voice her confusion, the maid forced her down and delivered a sharp blow to her buttocks.

Thea cried out. “Ouch! Grandma, what have I done to deserve this? Please explain.”

Felicia gave a dismissive snort. “Still playing innocent, are you?” Felicia then instructed the maid, “Continue until she admits her faults.”

It dawned on Thea that Felicia might know something, which explained the harsh punishment. Realizing that denying was futile, Thea quickly confessed, “Grandma, I admit my mistake. I framed Elyse. It was wrong of me to frame her.”

Upon hearing the confession, Felicia’s heart grew heavier. She had indeed caused injustice to Elyse.

instructed, “Take Thea to

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busy, driven by his old friend’s enthusiasm

to overcome the jet lag. After a full day’s sleep, Elyse woke up feeling peckish. She changed her outfit and

the door and asked, “What’s up? Couldn’t

Elyse rubbed her belly and pouted. “I’m starving. How about we go

his stomach. “Hang on, I need to change,”

in and took a seat, scanning

Irving returned, dressed and ready, Elyse inquired

the competition schedule on his phone. “You’ve got half a month before your event. Don’t forget

case as they set out in search of food. Irving, familiar with the

the town, they came across a restaurant marked by several pots of fading roses at the entrance. Elyse walked to the door, looking

a wave of wine scent hit them. Elyse took a sniff and felt a

menu from the owner and quickly flipped through it, then turned to Elyse and asked,

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