That reality and realization had Mary gritting her teeth in bitterness. Such resentment inundated her that waves of agonizing pain swept over her.

Lucas gazed at Ashlyn, who was a near distance away. She had her eyes lowered; her eyelashes beautifully curved. Her crystalline eyes reflected a myriad of colors.

The woman seemed radiant yet incredibly alluring, just like a bottle of fine wine during winter, cold yet intoxicating.

This is precisely how my woman should be!

Bianca looked at Ashlyn in excitement. “You’re so talented, Sweetie! I was just asking you who embroidered this handkerchief earlier, but from the look of things now, the answer is obvious. You were the one who embroidered it as well, no?”

It was only then that Seraphina noticed the handkerchief in Bianca’s hand. She chortled. “This is naturally Ashlyn’s embroidery. She’s probably the only person in this world who can embroider such a delicate yet unique centenary icon!”

At her resolute answer, the crowd went into an uproar once more.

Meanwhile, Nicholas grew increasingly emotional upon hearing that.

There’s no mistake about it! She must be that woman’s daughter! This is definitely it! I must get to the bottom of this matter!

“I’m glad you like it, Old Mrs. Yates.” Ashlyn remained as calm as ever, unaffected by all the praises.

of her exceptional embroidery skills, nor was she worked up over Bianca’s and

was as though it was merely an ordinary occurrence, as typical as eating

beside Bianca, Ryan gazed at Ashlyn with a complicated look in his

His heart raced wildly.

an outstanding woman naturally

fell on the imposing and handsome man behind

two men locked

distinctly sense the possessiveness and domination in the man’s

the other hand, instantly

gazes at her is downright irritating. Hah! Another one of her admirers, huh? Just wait and see how

of his presence. “Honey, how would you like to deal with Mary

and looked

of the Yates family, and since Old Mrs. Yates has promised to introduce me

Then, she ordered, “Lock them in the dark room. They’re not allowed to eat anything for three days and are

usually used to punish the help who committed

Mary burst into tears. “Mom! I

dark room, but rumor even has it that there are rats and bugs. Penelope and I have

chilly countenance. “Going to the dark room is already the most

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