The guard stole another glance at Amy, his lips parting as if to speak but quickly shifting his gaze to Lewis and Keira.

Was this little girl really their child?

Better to stay quiet, he thought.

After dinner, Amy stuck close to Monbatten, shadowing him like a loyal sidekick. She sat quietly at his side, observing his conversations with the many guests. Unlike most kids her age, Amy didn't fidget or cause a fuss.

Monbatten glanced at her, his curiosity piqued. "Aren't you bored?"

Amy shook her head, her face lighting up. "Not at all!"

In fact, she was thrilled. She'd never been around so many adults, engaging in lively conversations. It was a refreshing change from the usual hushed meetings her parents kept her out of.

What fascinated her the most was Monbatten's distinct accent. Even though he spoke in Country A's language, Amy found she could understand him—thanks to the lessons her mom had given her as a child.

"You understand what we're saying?" Monbatten asked, visibly surprised.

Amy nodded eagerly. "Mom taught me when I was little."

He raised an eyebrow. "Why would she teach you that?"

my dad someday." Amy tilted her head and smiled. "Daddy, will you teach me how to

a rare chuckle. "Of

her a few basic phrases, and Amy mimicked him

watched the exchange,

whispering, "How is Monbatten getting along with Amy so

at the pair. "I've been wondering the same

then, Jenkins sidled up beside them, grinning mischievously. "Not bad, Keira! You might not be great at networking, but you sure know how

Keira blinked. "What?"

come on. You've never brought Amy to

speechless. She wanted to protest, but her eyes drifted back

him laugh more than ten times—a rare feat for

unfold. "You know, Amy

Monbatten handled himself in conversation—Amy mirrored it effortlessly, as if she'd been studying diplomacy her

Monbatten's own child. And she seemed to love listening

their eyes met, both of them

the

nod of agreement, still

with Monbatten, hopping off her seat with a big smile. She

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