Arjan's scheme

"Thank you very much for your kind consideration," Seraphina replied, her gratitude clear in her voice.

"No problem. I've prepared this salon for the longest time, so please, don't you worry," the Marchioness reassured her. Straight after talking to Seraphina, she immediately rose from her seat.

That was only because she had to go around each table, as the organizer, ensuring every guest felt welcomed and valued.

She then proceeded to another table, after expressing her regret at the truncated conversation with Seraphina.

'What's this?' Arjan thought, her mind racing with frustration. She initially thought that it would be an opportunity when the Marchioness of Nibeia had approached. However, Arjan couldn't utter a single word even until she left the table.

It was all because of her sister, Seraphina, who had monopolized the Marchioness completely. That made it impossible for the Marchioness of Nibeia to even spare her a single glance.