Chapter 129:

Emma raised her eyebrows, and it was Naomi with her haughty expression.

When Naomi noticed her gaze, her heart raced, and she instinctively said, “Only a kite startles the horse; no need to boast about such a small matter!”

Emma lowered her eyes, recalling that Naomi had been present at the scene when the incident occurred. There couldn’t be such a coincidence unless she had something to do with it. Nevertheless, that servant girl wouldn’t have had the skill to orchestrate this. Emma pondered for a moment and then suddenly stood up, smiling as she said, “Yesterday, I saw the way you wielded the whip to urge the horse, my dear cousin, and it was exceptional. I wonder if you’re up for a little competition today?”

Naomi let out a cold laugh. “Afraid you are?”

“Emma, do you want to embarrass yourself? I’ll grant your wish!” Naomi sneered, confident, like a beautiful falcon.

Miss Monami clapped her hands. “Excellent, excellent! I love watching horse riding competitions. I’ll be the referee