"I heard you're working for a small company. To think that the future mistress of the Locke family is still strategizing for someone else. I wonder how Arthur could bear it," Victoria picked up her napkin and carefully spread it over her lap, speaking slowly.
Elise understood. She was being reminded that she no longer represented just herself, but the entire Locke family.
Her hand, which had just picked up the teacup, froze in mid-air. She looked up at Victoria. "Madam, I understand your concerns. I'm also doing this to improve myself so that I can bring greater value to Arthur and the family in the future."
Even though her tone was gentle and polite, Victoria was not moved. This explanation was nothing more than an excuse for her career.
"Self-improvement is certainly important, but I
