Chapter 167
Kaylen took a sip from the teacup, her gaze murky yet sharp, scanning the crowd.
‘What are you young people talking about, chatting so passionately?”
Her voice wasn’t loud, but it instantly froze the atmosphere in the entire hall.
Gracelyn immediately put on a sweet smile and answered obediently.
“Listening to Quinn cousin talk about Ms. Rehbein’s painting, cousin’s birthday, Ms. Rehbein gave a copy of ‘Mountains and Lakes‘, cousin praised it to the skies, got us all curious, really want to see what the painting looks like.”
She emphasized on the word “copying“, a hint of challenge flashing in her eyes.
Andrea’s heart “skipped a beat.
After a brief encounter, she had already figured out the methods of this patriarch.
On weekdays, he may seem kind and gentle, but deep down he is actually very thoughtful.
Kaylen glanced at Gracelyn with a smirk, then shifted her gaze to Andrea, speaking with a meaningful tone.
“Andrea, that kid, was really calm. She must have something special to make Quinn hold her in such high regard.”
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Gracelyn’s smile froze on her face in an instant.
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Andrea’s eyelashes fluttered slightly, she was particularly surprised by the development of the situation.
She thought she would be publicly criticized, after all, she did come empty–handed which was indeed rude, but she didn’t expect Kaylen to stand up for her.
But how much calculation is hidden behind this maintenance?
She didn’t dare to think too much.
“Andrea, come over and chat with grandma.”
Kaylen waved at her.
Whispers immediately filled the air.
“Kaylen was just trying to have her back!”
“The Shillingford family’s daughter–in–law seems to have secured her position.”
Gracelyn held onto her skirt tightly, jealousy almost overflowing in her eyes, but she had to maintain a polite smile.
Andrea walked up slowly, and immediately someone brought over a cushioned stool. She sat down properly next to Kaylen.
Cecelia looked Kaylen up and down, then smirked as she spoke.
“Andrea, that kid, actually looked quite clever,” the tone then shifted, with a hint of regret.
“But in the end, being young, there was still a lack of momentum in his actions.”
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Kaylen sighed softly, patted Andrea’s hand, and said with a serious
tone.
“Just got teased by someone, didn’t even know how to retort. As a member of the Shillingford family, I’ll have to socialize with Quinn in various occasions in the future, can’t be so awkward.”
“I need to gain more experience and learn how to deal with different situations.”
Andrea’s heart tightened, this was not just advice from an elder, it was clearly a reprimand.
“Mom was right,” Cecelia chimed in immediately.
“Young people nowadays, they just lack some manners.”
“Andrea’s personality is like a bonsai in a southern garden, small and delicate, but lacking the grandeur of a mansion.”
Alissa looked at the obviously uncomfortable Andrea.
“I think Andrea…”
“Young people, just need more guidance.”
Cecelia interrupted her with a smile, glanced ́at Kaylen.
“No need to bother others, let Cecelia teach you, especially the way you walk, just too rushed, not at all like a proper young lady.”
Kaylen nodded slightly.
“Just as you said, the daughter–in–law of the Shillingford family représents the family’s reputation in every word and deed, can’t be careless.”
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Andrea listened to these backhanded compliments with her head down, her nails almost digging into her palm.
She finally realized, Kaylen’s maintenance was just to save face for the Shillingford family, to shut up others.
And now, being picky is the real show of strength.
On the surface, it was teaching her, but in reality, it was warning her.
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Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.