Lauren learned how to conceal her feelings. When she got home, she would close herself in the drawing studio. She focused on painting and didn't show her emotions.

Angelina didn't notice anything amiss with Lauren.

If there were anything to say about the difference in Lauren, it would be in her artwork. Their hues had become duller, they were darker, and they had become more bewildering to Angelina.

Lauren heard that Landon had returned home that evening to see Cornelius. She felt anxious about it, so she painted in the studio while she waited for him to come home.

Nevertheless, even after an extensive period, he had not returned home. Eventually, unable to keep herself awake any longer, Lauren succumbed to sleep at her desk amidst her watercolors.

By the time Landon rushed back, it was already in the wee hours of the morning.

He noticed that Lauren had fallen asleep with her head on the desk. She had gotten smears of colorful paint all over her face. A loving smile spread across his face.

"What took you so long, Mr. Landon? Madam Lauren has been waiting for you."

Angelina asked in a worried voice. "Was Mr. Cornelius unhappy about the engagement?"

as he stood at the door and fixed his eyes

Angelina asked excitedly, "Really?"

of his lips,

I heard that there were some good products

afraid that others would get their hands on it first, so I rushed over to see if I could pick

had some time today. I'll be busy with other things tomorrow.

hoarse voice, she said, "I'm

nothing. Things

took out a rectangular box from the pocket

in there was a hair clip made of clear quartz. It was exquisitely carved, and it shimmered under the

was deeply drawn by it. A mere glance

beautiful. It really suits Madam

A valuable hair clip like this

Angelina nodded in agreement.

"Oh, there's another thing."

coat pocket and handed it to Angelina. "This

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