My Pretty Sweetheart (Arianna)

I pursed my lips and said, "I am alright."

We were back at the dining table where Hendrix kept bringing me food. He began to play with Anne after taking a few bites.

Perhaps because I breastfeed, I ate a little more than usual. Hendrix was more than happy to see me eating. I noticed that Valerie and Pedro seemed to be watching me the whole time.

Although I was curious, I could not ask while I was eating. I stopped after everyone finished eating.

"What's wrong?" Hendrix asked as he put a piece of meat onto my plate. He asked with a smile, "Are you full?"

I nodded, "Yes!"

"The plum trees blossoming in the Pearis Manor are the most beautiful at this time. Why don't you take a look?" Valerie suggested while looking at Anne.

Little Anne had fallen asleep. Valerie instructed a nanny, "Please take care of the little one later."

be necessary. Valerie and Pedro, thank you for your hospitality. It's almost time for us to go back," Valerie and Pedro still did not say anything despite eating and drinking the whole evening. I felt strange as though I was only

bit of time today. Shall we discuss it?" Hendrix looked at

Hendrix and asked, "Is it

okay, just go

make me spend more time with Valerie and

annoyed

very large courtyard. The plum trees had bloomed beautifully, as Valerie said

made some matcha flavored pastries for you to bring home later," said Valerie as she was walking behind me, hoping eagerly

pursed my lips slightly, rejecting her offer.

looked at me and asked carefully, "Arianna, are you

frowned because I was really annoyed with her question, "Valerie, if you have anything to say, you can say it directly.

have any hidden agendas. I regretted doing those things to you. I feel guilty now. I just

happened after all. It is best that we don't interact in the