Meet My Brothers by Red Thirteen

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.

recognize the relatives and friends of the Shelbert family in attendance, as they might become

the absence of the Lane

disrupt her plans. "Ms. Lane is a distinguished guest, invited

inner objections persisted. Today held immense significance for

had stirred a sense of dread within

turmoil, Luna refrained from expressing her thoughts. After

his place within the Shelbert family and Raymond approaching his golden years, Luna saw a

years. With an opportunity finally presenting itself, Luna felt a renewed determination. Swiftly altering her demeanor, Luna turned to Mia, saying, "I apologize, Ms. Lane. My words earlier were out of line. Please

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

the scene before turning

impressive this time. I hope you can maintain this façade and keep your true intentions concealed

shifted uncomfortably at Mia's words. "What do you mean? What is

to some mischief, fretting over the consequences catching up with you?" Mia teased before strolling away,

yet to unfold, and Mia knew she wasn't