“Apologies, madam.”
I stepped forward, looking at Caine with sincerity in my eyes. “I’m only staying at the manor temporarily to recover from an illness. Once I’ve regained my health, I’ll return to Reysland. I’m afraid I won’t be able to go to town with you.”
“Thank you for your kind offer.”
Although it was a rejection, the noble pride inherent in me successfully persuaded Caine.
She gave me a light glance and then turned to Isabella. “You see, your little princess is beyond my reach. Let’s discuss the marriage arrangement between our two families instead.”
The atmosphere instantly grew tense.
Alyssa’s look of relief vanished, replaced by a wary expression.
Josephine’s smile, on the other hand, deepened, and her brows carried a glimmer of eager excitement.
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