Chapter 147

Diana's unwavering gaze settled on a single point. Her look, as if no one else in the room existed at all, had landed squarely on Shanel's face.

So Shanel's the one who caused the trouble.

Guess getting a taste of real money bred some greed. Honestly, staying put would have earned a lot more in the long run...

Don't make eye contact. No point getting dragged into this.

Having confirmed exactly where Diana's gaze had settled, the nobles exchanged quick glances with one another and settled on their next move in an instant.

Cutting Shanel loose.

With the acting head of house herself deciding to abandon Shanel, no fool among them was about to shield them now.

"W-why are you looking at me like that?"

At the chill glinting in Diana's eyes, Shanel swallowed hard and spoke.

"I believe I already told you a moment ago. What I plan to…