Chapter 53

• She remained silent, lowering her head in submission. Taking a deep breath, she bowed respectfully to the Queen Mother. "I apologize for my earlier rudeness. Please forgive me. I must take my leave now."
• As soon as the words left her lips, she turned on her heel and briskly exited the dining room. As she walked away, she could hear Carla hurling a barrage of insults at her.
• "You cursed wretch! I will ensure you leave this palace! You are nothing but a shameless, cursed..."