Korbin frowned, and his eyes fell on Catherine with displeasure.He thought, "Indeed, this kid doesn't know how to behave herself. She doesn't deserve my love."Catherine, you'd better change into formal dresses. We are not the only family that attends Mr. David's party, and there will be other top and famous families in Casier. I don't want them to point and laugh at you.Catherine was more like a detached observer than the person Korbin was educating."The mouths belong to them. If they want to laugh, they can laugh. I don't care."Korbin was irritated. At his age, apart from Vicente, who had passed away, no one dared to talk to him like that.He was about to get shirty with Catherine, but Catherine spoke first, "If I can't wear this, I won't go to the party."Korbin was blindsided.As Catherine was turning away, Korbin shouted, "Wait!"Catherine whirled around and stared detachedly at him like staring at a stranger.Korbin furrowed his brows and waved at her with resignati

Catherine knew she should be responsible for knocking down the teacup, so she got up from the chair and prepared to apologize.However, the woman glared at Catherine. Before Catherine could say something, she bombarded Catherine with curses, "Are you blind? Or is your arm broken? How come you can't even hold a teacup still? Do you know how costly my dress is?"The woman noticed that Catherine dressed more poorly than a maid and thought she was a cleaner here, so she pushed further."You need to get on your knees and apologize to me. Otherwise, I'll tell the owner here to fire you, and I'll make sure you don't get another job in Casier for the rest of your life."Some people around them recognized Catherine, but none of them reminded that woman of who Catherine was.It would be a good show, and who would want to miss it?Besides, they were all competitors today. It would be great if they could have one less powerful rival.Being watched by a crowd of people, the woman whose dress

Catherine followed Mr. David into an inner chamber, where the decoration was elegant, and no one would bother them.Catherine walked to a chair and sat down. Mr. David stood by her side, bowing and wearing a respectful look.Catherine looked around the room before resting her eyes on David."Why don't you have a seat?"David did not even raise his head. He replied to Catherine with his head low, "Miss Swann, I don't need to sit. You can order me anything you want. I haven't received the news that you will be here today, and I didn't go out to greet you. What's more, you encountered such a displeasing thing here. It's all my fault."Catherine beamed. She did not know that had worried David.She pointed at the seat opposite her and said, "It's fine. People out there had no idea about my situation. This is your place. You're the host, and I'm your guest. Have a seat."Mr. David knew her character well. He knew Catherine would not offer twice, so he did not dare to disobey her order

When Catherine heard Korbin's voice, she halted and pivoted to face him.Her eyes met Korbin's with an icy detachment devoid of warmth or interest.Korbin was puzzled by the situation, but when Catherine glanced at him, a strange feeling stirred in his chest.He only experienced this feeling when dealing with angry Vicente.Catherine looked at Korbin, who stayed quiet for a while. Her eyebrows came together, showing her concern.She spoke quietly and coldly, "What's wrong?"Her voice seemed to have a magic power that brought Korbin's attention back.Korbin looked up at Catherine, trying to look serious. He asked with a serious face, "Do you know Mr. David? Why haven't you mentioned it before?"Before Korbin could complete his question, Catherine swiftly responded concisely."No, I don't know him!"The truth was Catherine and David didn't know each other well. They were just acquaintances.Korbin found himself unable to express what he had initially intended to say, prompting

Catherine suddenly halted, slowly turning her body with an icy expression on her face.The men chasing after her felt a sense of unease, but they were even more astonished by Catherine's stunning beauty.Unlike the heavily adorned faces around, Catherine's exquisite and pure appearance was a rare sight.The man in front, catching a glimpse of Catherine's face under her hat, got really excited."Oh my! You look amazing!"His creepy demeanor and unsettling grin annoyed Catherine, causing her to furrow her brow.Annoyed by losing sight of Joseph, these bothersome men conveniently appeared."Hey, why don't you join us and have some fun, little girl?" one of them sneered. "We'll make it worth your while. You name your reward, and we'll give it to you."The leading man, still wearing his sleazy smile, approached Catherine slowly, attempting to grab her. In an instant, a mysterious figure swiftly intervened, causing the man to scream and collapse to the ground."My arm... it's brok