Chapter 101

Everyone had been listening intently, completely absorbed in the conversation, when suddenly they were interrupted. A few people couldn't help but frown at the abrupt break.

Mrs. Lloyd felt a wave of embarrassment wash over her.

What on earth is wrong with Suzan?

Doesn't she know how rude it is to cut someone off like that? Hadn't anyone taught her basic manners?

Even though Mrs. Lloyd wasn't particularly fond of Effie, there was a time and place for everything, and Suzan's behavior was out of line.

Effie's tone remained even. "Is there something you'd like to ask?"

She had half-expected things wouldn't go smoothly today.

the point of talking theory? If you

couldn't talk a good game. But making

"I'd be happy to show everyone how to

as everyone's

thoughtfully over its surface before speaking. "The first step is to warm the

into the teapot and matching cups, swirling it gently. "Warming the pot and cups helps keep

with practiced ease, then measured a small handful of flat, bright green tea leaves into the pot. "With green tea, the

water over the leaves, her movements graceful and unhurried. The

already pouring the pale golden tea into a small pitcher before dividing it among dainty cups. Her motions were smooth and confident-clearly, she knew what she

cup to Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Etheridge before serving

a sip. Her eyes lit up in surprise. "This is... exquisite.

on her face. "Effie, I had no idea

worries seemed so unnecessary now. Who would have thought her daughter-in-law was such a treasure? The more she saw of Effie,

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