In truth, there had been worry, given her origins. Elena, of the Joseph family, and Cecile's daughter at that!
How could she forget the way the nobles had looked at Elena Joseph at the banquet in Rebunto?
It had been one of the most humiliating moments in Elena's life.
But today, no one looked at Elena that way. People respected her, and no one treated her carelessly. Of course, her attire played a part in that as well.
Hazel had been right.
About needing to cultivate oneself first in order to be well regarded as a governess.
There were many people seeking out Maxim and Hazel. People flocked to exchange even a single word with Maxim, who was in business. Maxim used his partner, Leana, as an excuse to decline and sat eating.
Elena was the opposite. She was walking around the Rose Hall with Hazel.
People showed interest in…
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