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Fleur couldn't deny that Chris had a unique taste. She was about to explore this further when suddenly, a voice
interrupted her thoughts.
"Madam Fleur?"
"Oh my, it's really Madam Fleur!"
"What brings you out today, Madam Fleur? Afternoon tea, perhaps?"
Fleur nearly choked on her coffee.
Lena was also surprised when she glanced up. She saw a group of wealthy women adorned with jewelry
surrounding them, eager to flatter.
"Your shawl is lovely, Madam Fleur!"
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"Your skin is flawless, Madam Fleur. Look at me; I look so tired compared to you!"
"Indeed. Just compare Madam Fleur's skincare regimen to yours! Hahaha!"
They were having a good time, but Fleur's smile seemed forced. She was honest and had a touch of social anxiety,
especially when taking photos with the affluent. They always insisted on her being in the center, requiring her to
fake a smile.
Fleur could endure many things, but pretending to smile was not one of them. She would rather avoid it at all costs.
"Madam Fleur!" One of the observant ladies looked at Lena and quickly asked fawningly., "Is this your daughter-in-
law?"
"What? Uh..." Fleur stuttered, caught off guard.
"Oh my, she's stunning! We heard you didn't have a daughter. Anyone would think she's your own!"
Like Fleur, Lena's expression was stiff and helpless. They were not accustomed to such social interactions.
"Alright, alright. Let's not intrude on them!" The women giggled. "Madam Fleur, we'll be sitting over there. You two
carry on!"
Fleur rolled her eyes and finally relaxed. However, as they turned away, she overheard their whispers.
"They're mother and daughter-in-law, alright, but they just sit there and don't talk!"
"Hey, is that really her daughter-in-law? Look, no ring on her finger! Are the Hamertons unkind to their daughters-
in-law?"
Fleur's expression darkened. She slammed her cup onto the saucer, creating a loud clatter and spilling her coffee.
Lena was shaken.
Without warning, Fleur stood up and pulled Lena away.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm"Mrs.—"
"Why are you still sitting there? Let's go!" She glared at Lena.
Lena was confused. "Where are we going?"
"They dare to question the Hamertons' treatment of their daughters-in-law?" Fleur's voice trembled with anger. "I
won't stand for that!"
"What?"
"It would be absurd if I did!"
Lena looked at her, bewildered. But Fleur's grip on her wrist was strong, causing her pain. Before she could say
anything, Fleur dragged her to her parked car by the street.
"Let's go!" Fleur took the wheel and floored the gas pedal.
Lena felt like she was on an emotional rollercoaster.
"Mrs. Hamerton, where are we going?"
Fleur glanced at her and gnashed her teeth. "We're getting you a ring!"
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