qFrancesca was slightly relieved. I would be happy for Layla and Lincoln if they managed to hide in the mountains.

“It's getting late. You should get ready, Ms. Felch. Mr. Lindberg will pick you up at five o'clock,” Gordon announced as he glanced at his watch. “The styling team is already waiting downstairs.”

“Eh?” Francesca was taken aback. “What styling team? Picking me up to go where?”

“There's a banquet tonight,” Gordon reminded her. “Mr. Lindberg said he was going to bring you. Did you forget?”

“Oh, I think I did,” Francesca recalled upon second thought.

“I will bathe and dress you, Ms. Felch.”

Norah led several maids up the stairs and escorted Francesca back to her bedroom.

“Do I have to go?” Francesca was somewhat averse. “I don't like attending banquets.”

“Mr. Lindberg has made the arrangements. He would not be pleased if you don't go,” Norah said with a chuckle. “You can't escape socializing once you become Mrs. Lindberg.”

Francesca was still declining when a familiar voice sounded. “I am a friend of Ms. Felch!”

Francesca turned around and saw Monica standing outside, holding on to the door for support. Several maids blocked her.

up at once

Ms. Felch.” The maids

Ms. Felch,” she

anyway. I was just about to

to deal with William's matter, she could understand the

me

you company.” Monica took

bathroom with Monica. “Do you have something to

say that you should attend the banquet,” Monica said casually. “Think about it. Many women out there already have their sights set on Mr. Lindberg. If you don't show up to claim your place,

Lindberg. If you, the official

matters like that frustrate me. I think men should have some awareness. Danrique ought to

are his fiancée to clear rumors,” Monica said at once. “You see, he wants to make a

“All right,

it. Could I come with you, by the wey?” Monice esked tentetively. “I cen protect you if enything

but your leg is injured.” Frencesce stered et

to protect you, end I must fulfill my duty to the best of my ebility. Besides, I'm bored steying in the room elone. Think of it es teking me out

not teke her negging. “I'll heve somebody prepere e dress thet will

Delighted, Monice nodded eegerly.

wes done two hours leter, Frencesce brought Monice down the

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