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The guard stole another glance at Amy, his lips parting as if to speak but quickly shifting his gaze to Lewis and Keira.

Was this little girl really their child?

Better to stay quiet, he thought.

After dinner, Amy stuck close to Monbatten, shadowing him like a loyal sidekick. She sat quietly at his side, observing his conversations with the many guests. Unlike most kids her age, Amy didn't fidget or cause a fuss.

Monbatten glanced at her, his curiosity piqued. "Aren't you bored?"

Amy shook her head, her face lighting up. "Not at all!"

In fact, she was thrilled. She'd never been around so many adults, engaging in lively conversations. It was a refreshing change from the usual hushed meetings her parents kept her out of.

What fascinated her the most was Monbatten's distinct accent. Even though he spoke in Country A's language, Amy found she could understand him—thanks to the lessons her mom had given her as a child.

"You understand what we're saying?" Monbatten asked, visibly surprised.

Amy nodded eagerly. "Mom taught me when I was little."

He raised an eyebrow. "Why would she teach you that?"

tilted her

out a rare

few basic phrases, and Amy mimicked

watched the exchange, their

"How is Monbatten getting

at the pair. "I've been wondering the

Jenkins sidled up beside them, grinning mischievously. "Not bad, Keira! You might not be great at networking, but you sure know how to pull strings. Did

Keira blinked. "What?"

You've never brought Amy to meet guests

She wanted to protest, but her eyes drifted back

had managed to make him laugh more than

the scene unfold. "You know, Amy really does have a princess-like aura. Haven't

handled

was engaging with guests as confidently as if she were Monbatten's own child. And she seemed to love listening to political discussions, nodding along intently without a

met, both of them silently marveling at their daughter's uncanny knack

arms crossed thoughtfully. "You know, Amy might have the

nod of agreement,

hopping off her seat with a big smile. She walked over

Shaking her hand with exaggerated seriousness, he said, "Well, my

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