Under the heiress facade

Chapter 311

Mary’s slow, resolute voice stopped the doctor mid–praise. His words hung heavy in the sudden silence.

Her declaration landed like a silent slap, stinging everyone present.

Camille felt a flush creep up her neck. This public denial was akin to leading the entire ward to question her reputation as a miracle doctor.

With ordinary patients, she might have politely withdrawn her services. However, the Ludden family, particularly the formidable Mrs. Ludden Senior, was a different story.

She was equal to the head of the Chime family, so Camille couldn’t simply do that.

“Mary, are you mistaken? You don’t have a granddaughter–in–law,” Jane interjected, attempting to lighten the mood. “Perhaps you’d like Camille to fill that role? Aaron is certainly of marrying age, and they seem perfectly suited.”

Camille’s lips pursed as she contemplated a reply. Her heart belonged solely to Bernard, and she wouldn’t consider anyone else.

“Absolutely not!” Mary interrupted before Camille could speak.

Christopher, that good–for–nothing, would not be able to step up

Once I gather more

challenged, and now, she was rejected.

to Bernard, she was the eldest daughter of the prestigious Chime family, one of the four influential families, and Norburgh’s premier socialite. Why couldn’t she

a flicker of jealousy within Camille.

The two families were well–matched, and an alliance with the Chimes would solidify her branch family’s position in

as long as she remained

it under wraps for now,” Mary said

lead to an investigation,

wouldn’t elaborate, Jane couldn’t press the issue. She would

w longer,” M-

for your recent treatment

are you sure? You wouldn’t want that woman treating you instead, would you? You must

Ludden Senior has a better option, I won’t intrude. Wishing you a full

be known that she was upset. After all, she wasn’t someone others