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.

made all the dishes I liked. I was a little

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

I had food on my plate, piling it up until I had to stop him

giving me more. I’m really full. You’ll be wasting food if you

hand.

didn’t eat much. Just a little more,” Soren

full.” I moved my

Candy spoke

extending her plate

Was she really doing this?

would have already eaten all

clearly caught off guard and

still inappropriate to offer food meant for someone else, especially since Soren clearly did

Candy had already made the request, refusing her outright would be equally impolite. After all, she remained a guest in his household.

self–deprecating gesture placed both Soren and me in an awkward position.

watching the scene unfold with great interest.

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Chapter 365

The tension thickened.

spoke in a calm, composed tone, “Candy, if you like it, you

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