Poison here? Impossible. Too obvious, and there are witnesses. She's putting on a show, performing how loving and caring she is. So when something happens to me later, she can say she tried her best.
"Thank you, Luna." Katia showed a grateful smile, picked up a pastry and took a bite. "This is wonderful."
A flash of satisfaction crossed Maria's eyes. This girl was smart, knew how to play along with her act.
"Later you'll go study etiquette," Maria said, her tone becoming more serious. "The teachers are all very strict, especially Mrs. Conrad. She treats every student equally and won't relax her standards because of your special status."
Katia immediately understood. Mrs. Conrad would torment her.
"I will study hard," Katia said. "I won't disappoint Luna."
"My dear." Mar
