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.

because of her exceptional embroidery skills, nor was she worked up

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

at Ashlyn with a complicated look

His heart raced wildly.

an outstanding woman naturally

on the imposing and handsome man behind

men

possessiveness

the other hand, instantly sensed

his eyes whenever he gazes at her is downright irritating. Hah! Another one of her admirers, huh? Just wait and see how I’m going to break

her of

lowered her gaze and looked at the two women on the

since Old Mrs. Yates has promised to introduce me to the person I desire to meet, I’ll leave them

she ordered, “Lock them in the dark room. They’re not allowed to eat

usually used to punish

once, Mary burst into tears. “Mom! I don’t want

rumor even has it that there are rats and bugs. Penelope and I have always been living the

right into her teary eyes with a chilly countenance. “Going to the dark room is already the most lenient punishment.

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