Chapter 365

Soleil paced near the doorway, rushing over as soon as she spotted us.

“I can’t stand Candy! She’s so annoying! All she does is suck up to people, and she’s really good at it,” blurted, her bluntness evident.

“Soleil

I chuckled and glanced at Soren before teasing, “You better get used to it. She might end up being your sister–in- law someday.”

Before I could finish, Soren raised his hand, curling his fingers as if ready to flick me again.

I quickly covered my head. “Nuh–uh! That really hurts!”

“Then stop talking nonsense!” Soren scolded.

I sighed. “It’s the truth, though. Look at how much the elders adore her personality.”

But… I couldn’t deny it.

It was just like Sally had said. I had everything going for me, except my temper. Maddison, on the other hand, had had a sweet tongue and had known how to flatter people–a skill I lacked entirely.

We had a lavish lunch that afternoon.

cooking was impeccable, and he made all the dishes I liked. I was a little touched,

the meal, Candy dominated the conversation, always steering it toward topics that perfectly aligned with Lisbeth’s interests. It was evident that Lisbeth

focus was making sure I had food on my plate, piling it up until I had to stop him

I’m really full. You’ll be wasting food if you keep

hand.

eat much. Just a little

full.” I moved my plate aside,

Candy spoke

I like that dish too,” she said, extending her plate toward him, her smile as pleasant as ever.

was taken aback. Was she really doing this?

her would have already eaten all the finest

froze, clearly caught off guard and unable to

was still inappropriate to offer food meant for someone else, especially since Soren clearly did not

since Candy had already made the request, refusing her outright would be equally impolite.

Soren and me in an

watching the scene

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Chapter 365

The tension thickened.

calm, composed tone, “Candy, if you like it, you should come over more often. I’ll

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