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.

not arrogant because of her exceptional embroidery skills, nor was she worked

it was merely an

Ashlyn with a complicated look in his

His heart raced wildly.

woman naturally had men falling in love

the imposing and handsome man behind

two men

possessiveness

the other hand, instantly

in his eyes whenever he gazes at her is downright irritating. Hah! Another one of her

Ashlyn possessively and tried his best to remind her of his presence.

that, Ashlyn lowered her gaze and looked at the two women on

has promised to introduce me to the

Sweetie!” Bianca nodded approvingly. Then, she ordered, “Lock them in the dark room. They’re not allowed to eat

was usually used to punish the help who

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

damp in the dark room, but rumor even has it that there are rats and bugs. Penelope and I have always been living the high life, so how could

with a chilly countenance. “Going to the dark room is already the most lenient punishment.

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