One was flustered from being caught off guard, the other stunned without warning.
The moment their eyes met, they both raised the corners of their mouths in unison, perfectly hiding their churning emotions behind fake smiles.
Ada's laugh came from behind. She affectionately took David's arm and pulled him inside.
"The honored guest I said hadn't arrived yet is David! Now everyone's here. If you leave now, sister, wouldn't that be very rude?"
Fine, Annie thought with a cold smile. Let's see how far they would take this act.
Annie sat back down at the table expressionlessly.
After a servant added a new set of chopsticks and a bowl, the atmosphere at the table suddenly became "lively."
Ada took a small bite of cake, then laughed and deliberately licked the remaining cream from the corn
