Cathy was pulled by Alex and passed by Wendy, feeling her body tense. She sighed inwardly but remained silent.
It was clear that Wendy liked Alex, probably for a long time. Whether it was Beta Jackson or Beta Virginia, they both seemed to have raised her for the future Luna, but unfortunately, Alex didn't choose her.
He had a rose to pick, yet he accepted the dried branch from her. There probably wasn't anyone as foolish as him in the world.
Wendy didn't speak again, and the other ladies seemed hesitant to speak as well. Seeing Alex leading Cathy away, they instinctively made way for them.
Not far away, the maid from the palace hurriedly approached. Upon seeing Alex, she immediately lowered her head and apologized, "Your Highness, the cloak is not in the carriage. It's missing."
"Hmm?
