As Mia glanced up, she couldn't help but notice Raymond approaching. With a meaningful expression, she remarked, "Well, it certainly seems that Ms. Maynard isn't particularly welcoming to me."

"Ms. Lane, perhaps you're being a bit harsh. Luna is still learning and getting used to things. Please be patient with her," Raymond interjected, attempting to mediate.

"But Ms. Maynard is in her thirties; she's an adult, not a toddler. Should I be the one bending over backward to accommodate her? Frankly, some might even question her intelligence if they knew about this."

Feeling defensive, Luna retorted, "Whom are you suggesting might have maturity issues?"

"Luna, what's with the attitude? Apologize to Ms. Lane right away, understood? She's a guest I personally invited today. How could you speak to her like that?"

Raymond's disappointment was evident as he observed Luna's behavior. He had always seen her as an intelligent woman, but it seemed she struggled to foster positive relationships with others.

"But Dad, I didn't even extend an invitation to her for today's event."

Luna had meticulously reviewed the guest list beforehand, making sure to familiarize herself with everyone attending the occasion.

and friends of the Shelbert

the absence of the

Lane is a distinguished guest, invited by me personally. A formal invitation wasn't necessary. Is there any concern about

inner objections persisted. Today held immense

sight of Mia earlier had stirred a sense of dread

her thoughts.

with Asher gradually solidifying his place within the Shelbert family and Raymond

itself, Luna felt a renewed determination. Swiftly altering her demeanor, Luna turned to Mia, saying, "I apologize, Ms. Lane.

the esteemed heiress of the Lane family, grace our event today. How could I not extend a warm welcome?

at the scene before turning his

a light pat on the shoulder. "Well done. Your restraint was impressive this time. I hope you can maintain

Mia's words. "What do you mean? What is it that you're

the consequences catching up with you?"

unfold, and Mia

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