Janet was still hung up on the ladies’ sarcastic remarks that she didn’t notice the woman approaching her

Johanna had to wave her hand in front of Janet’s face before the latter came back to her senses.

Janet blinked at Johanna, at a loss for words. She looked familiar for some reason. But Janet couldn’t figure out where they had met before, so she decided to brush off the thought. Thinking that Johanna was about to mock her just as the others had done, Janet squared her shoulders and lifted her chin.

 “Hello. Can I help you with anything?” She held her breath and braced herself for the inevitable. What sort of abuse was she going to hear this time?

“It’s very nice to meet you. My name is Johanna White, and you may call me Mrs. White just like everybody else.” The woman stretched out her hand, her eyes gleaming as she peered at Janet with obvious curiosity. Johanna had noticed Janet the moment she had entered the room, mainly because she had the same eyes as her husband

As for Janet, she was rather taken aback by the distinct lack of hostility. It was a breath of fresh air after what she had just experienced. She set her plate down and reached out to shake Johanna’s hand. 

the Mrs. White that Ethan had mentioned earlier. Upon closer inspection, Janet finally realized why this elegant woman looked so familiar—she saw that same face in the mirror every day.

came in just now,” Johanna said with a

had already clasped

native of Seacisco? I’ve grown very fond of the local cuisine. Can you give me a few recommendations?” Johanna was genuinely amiable and didn’t put on airs, unlike the other rich ladies in attendance. She had a gentle aura that inspired

school that sells the best lamb stew in town,”

to have a hearty

women had no choice but to back down. They stood to the side and exchanged pointed

them after a while, though her expression was not as

don’t you come with us

was one of the most prominent lineages in Barnes. Each generation had studied abroad and gone on to become notable figures in their respective field, and some of them had even held important positions in the military. Needless to say, Johanna was a key player in society, and everyone pandered to her at every chance

so well. Have you lived here since you were a child? May I ask

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