“What prompts this sentiment? I cannot claim a fortune surpassing Marcus’. Since youth, he’s consistently excelled in every aspect.”

“Capability may favor Marcus, but his choice of spouse troubles the waters. While others opt for well-mannered and cultivated young ladies, he weds a provocateur who stokes rather than diffuses. Since her arrival, my blood pressure has seen a noticeable surge.”

Unbeknownst to Celeste, her demeaning commentary on Millie reached the latter’s ears.

Millie deposited the washed fruits upon her return, taking a measured breath.

“Bruce, Mother, please indulge in these fruits.”

Millie harbored an inclination to retreat upstairs, yet she understood that succumbing would only cast her as an instigator bereft of social acumen.

indifferent to Millie’s presence, engrossed in

Leon’s betrothed? Miss Rayne embodies not only beauty but also intellect and grace.

there’s our

he’d endure Celeste’s ceaseless complaints, he

touch ungainly, yet she won’t impede Marcus. With guidance, she can evolve and

in the protective shade of her parents, while Millie navigated life with no such

the portrayal

can instruct her. And should anyone dare, she might resort to violence. I wouldn’t be shocked if she extended her hand to slap her own supposed mother someday,” Celeste quipped, her

inquiring, “Millie, are you

event. This morning, she shattered a vase, stubbornly pinning the blame on the newly recruited maid. Bria, who boasts the most seniority in this household, stepped forth to defend the maid. Millie, however,

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