"It was no bargain," Morwenna muttered, forcing herself to gulp down the expensive craft beer she'd ordered.

It seemed Greta found amusement in the way people, even when they didn't like something, pretended to enjoy it just to show off their refined tastes.

Soon enough, the waiter brought over their freshly squeezed orange juices. Morwenna took a sip and turned to Greta, "So, Ms. Irons, is there something you want to discuss with me?"

Greta had been watching Morwenna intently and smiled at the question. "Please, just call me Greta. I was curious about you and Stuart."

Morwenna's guard went up instantly, her tone direct and slightly defensive. "I like Stuart, but he doesn't return the feelings. It's as simple as that. If you're interested in him, I won't stand in your way. So, if there's anything you want to know, you should probably ask him."

Greta chuckled, seemingly more amused. "Actually, I think Stuart is quite fond of you. As for me, I've always been too proud to chase after men. I'm just genuinely curious."

She had heard rumors that Ms. Irons was

not because I'm deeply attracted to him, but because he's one of the most impressive men I know. We'd be good together but I'm cool

Morwenna wouldn't have believed a word. But coming from Greta, it

voice softened.

casually made Greta smile even more. Among their circle, despite encouraging informality, only the elders called each other by first names without hesitation. Greta appreciated Morwenna's lack of pretense. Sᴇaʀch Thᴇ (F)indNƟvᴇl.ɴet website on Gøøglᴇ to access chapters of novels early and

Morwenna, names were meant to be used. She even called Stuart by his first name. What

I did to make a heartless

who like him. He doesn't have the

"I understand men like Stuart very well. He

the orchids in his garden, and couldn't even figure out how to properly run a bath. He tried to send me away

Morwenna, you're quite the brave one!" Greta exclaimed, genuinely

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