Madeline awkwardly smiled in response to that. "We should probably catch up for a bit, Miss Yard. Let's have a drink, perhaps."

"Sure."

As Madeline and Selena walked away, Jane only glared at Selena with jealousy for stealing her limelight, swearing to have her revenge on her one day.

"Jane is the youngest daughter who got all the attention in the Oberlin Family. Furthermore, she was born with a silver spoon, so I understand her hubris can be a little difficult to deal with sometimes. Please forgive her, Miss Yard." Madeline quickly explained in Jane's defense.

"It's alright. I'm not surprised by that, considering her wealthy background. Moreover, she is a descendant of an aristocratic family, so I wouldn't call that hubris but perhaps confidence instead."

both women exchanged gazes, they clinked glasses and continued to chat. Then, it suddenly occurred to Selena that Madeline should be able to tell her more about Yucarians since the latter had gotten married and since resided in Yucaria. I heard her husband was

that caught my eye, but unfortunately, someone beat us to it

auction

auction, and I also know some of those people who attended.

like a jackhammer. Please! Please tell me you

the bid for a beautiful bracelet, but I'm not sure whether it's the same

was only one bracelet at the auction, and that

I heard either; plus, I can barely even recall who I heard about this from." Madeline apologetically added, "I'm sorry I can't

okay, Madeline. I'd still appreciate it if you could try to

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