The reporters, spotting the plaque in Alice's hands, immediately started snapping photos and gushing about how great she looked.

On the other hand, the farmers weren't used to a scene like this. After a brief moment of confusion, a few young people rushed forward and grabbed the plaque back.

"Who the hell are you? Why are you holding our plaque? This is for Grace!"

"Are you serious? How low can you get, trying to take credit for Grace's work?"

People in Northbrook were straight shooters-they couldn't stand anyone trying to take credit for someone else's work.

The government officials stood there, momentarily stunned. They then turned to Alice.

"Aren't you Ms. Grace Lambert?" one of them asked.

Alice's smile stiffened.

is the one who helped with the

The farmers were furious.

a load of crap! We saw Ms. Grace busting her ass for this with our own eyes. Wrong name? You're just trying to

A group of them immediately closed ranks around

quietly, "Quentin, do

was certain they had gotten the names wrong. Instead of answering, however, he let out

the guy said. "As for Alice... Well, I heard she caused a huge mess in Southbrook. Word is, that whole fiasco was on

Alice in a hurry, expecting interviews and praise, only to find out all the recognition was for the daughter

crowd. She didn't even acknowledge him, acting like he

to Grace for interviews. She answered a few questions with a smile

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