Once a Doormat, Now Untouchable

Chapter 516 On the surface, Diana's words seemed directed at Megan, yet for some reason, Penelope's heart gave a nervous jolt. After breakfast, when the dishes had been cleared, Penelope shot Megan several anxious glances. Then, after a brief hesitation, she rose to help the maids carry the dishes into the kitchen. Diana's calm, assessing gaze followed her. "There are household staff for that. You don't need to help." "It's fine." Penelope forced her tone to sound natural, trying to mask her unease. "When I lived with the Hampton family, I often did these things.

It's already much better than before. At the orphanage, I-" The mention made Florence's heart twist. This girl should have grown up as a pampered heiress, yet she had clearly endured years of hardship. Diana's expression, however, didn't change. "You were in Mount Pine Orphanage, right?" In the past few days, while still in Brimcrest, Diana had already investigated Penelope's entire background. Knowing there was no point in denying it, Penelope admitted readily, "Yes." The next question followed.

"Then you must have known Sydney since childhood?" While verifying details about the car accident, Diana had learned that Sydney had also come from Mount Pine Orphanage. The coincidence had gnawed at her for days. It felt too convenient. Seeing Penelope now only deepened her suspicion. Penelope's hands trembled faintly as she held the dishes, but she forced out a look of surprise. "Really? I had no idea she was at Mount Pine Orphanage as well." Trying to sound casual, she added, "Even though we were sisters-in-law for three years, we only met at family gatherings.

adults is normal." Penelope managed a smile, thinking she had handled it well. But once she and Megan got into the car, Megan glared