Chapter 525

Madam Emili sighed dramatically, shaking her head as if she were truly troubled by the situation.
“I had no choice in the matter. I honestly didn’t intend to bring her along, but I was worried she would feel hurt if she was left out. I’ve been on edge ever since we arrived!
“If it weren’t for Joan’s kindness and understanding, we wouldn’t have let that child attend at all. Joan was the one who begged us for a long time, saying she didn’t mind and that she wanted her younger sister to be included. And yet… the moment the banquet began, that girl vanished! Joan, on the other hand, has always been sensible. Even though she isn’t related to us by blood, she is truly the daughter of the Cooper Family.”