How could Fleur maintain her dignity in Lena's presence now that she had revealed her true feelings so openly?

"Um... Lena, could you please fetch my Acme bags from the car?" Fleur asked.

Lena responded with a quick smile and promptly got up.

"This lady isn't bad at all, Madam Fleur," one of the women sincerely complimented. "She's pretty, quiet, and attentive. They say, 'a good wife makes for a good life'. She and Chris are a match made in heaven!"

Fleur draped her shawl around her shoulders and adjusted her hat. She could no longer conceal the pride on her face.

However, she remained steadfast. "Hey, stop with the nonsense! I didn't agree to their marriage."

"You didn't?" The other woman was taken aback. "My son is still single. Perhaps—"

"What do you want?" Fleur glared at her, silencing everyone.

a cough and elegantly walked out, signaling them to

Fleur's limited edition bag, spotting

moments ago, even growing fonder of Lena as time

disliked Lena—she was simply

couldn't bring herself to admit she liked Lena—the quiet, beautiful girl from a less prestigious background— from the moment she saw her.

supposed to be at odds. Wasn't a mother-in-law supposed to be dissatisfied with

her arrogant facade to

called out when they

glanced at her. "If it's not important, get

important." Lena carefully removed the ring and handed it to

her eyes. What did this mean? Was she returning the

explained. "I know I don't meet your ideal daughter-in-law standards. You bought this ring to show everyone you won't mistreat me. Now that you've achieved your goal, I don't need to wear it anymore. It's expensive, so

bowed and turned to leave, leaving Fleur utterly

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