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The photos clearly showed Esme and another younger man in an intimate position, suggesting they had a close relationship.

Esme's expression turned odd. She asked, "Ms. Lewis, what are you implying?"

"The difference between you and Mr. Thorne is that one of you has been exposed, and the other hasn't."

"But I'm not a public figure. It won't really affect me, even if this is exposed."

"Really?" Grace replied with a knowing smile, stirring her coffee.

"In this circle, aren't you afraid of being the subject of gossip among the other ladies, becoming a laughing stock over tea and dinner?"

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Grace had learned about these circles during her time with Benjamin With no jobs or financial worries, these women spent their days having tea and gossiping. Being the center of discussion was a fatal fall from grace.

Esme took a deep breath. "Currently, the public is condemning Willow and Matthew. Me speaking up won't solve anything."

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