Bride Behind The Mask (Frederick and Marguerite)

Chapter 671

Marguerite couldn't quite put her finger on it, but there was something about Violet that profoundly reminded her of Penelope, despite their features bearing no

resemblance.

She found herself staring at Violet for an uncomfortably long time, until Violet herself grew a bit bashful under her gaze.

"Ms. Lockwood, do you know me?" Violet finally asked, a hint of curiosity in her voice.

Marguerite snapped out of her trance, shaking her head. "No, it's just... I've never seen someone as striking as you before."

Violet seemed even more flustered by the compliment: "Oh, no, Ms. Lockwood, you're the one who's truly beautiful."

whether Violet was being sincere or simply polite. Curiosity piqued, she asked, "That scarf you're wearing is lovely. Where

Lockwood, this scarf is actually from my family's business. My parents used to run the biggest silk supply company in Stonebridge City, exporting

She hadn't expected Violet

with such unworldly grace, likely having been the cherished princess of her

my assistant. If your family was

she explained, "We were well- off, indeed. But life is unpredictable. Last year,

guilt.

over the family business someday. I've also helped my father with his work during summer and winter breaks, though I've never held a formal job position, which is why I didn't include

Violet have a remarkable background, but she also possessed a vibrant spirit

to hire Violet on the

Violet proved to be a smart and efficient worker, managing Marguerite's life and work with remarkable dexterity. Marguerite felt

over a plate of colorful chocolates, saying, "Ms. Goldie, these are truffle chocolates from the culinary school back at Blue Ridge