Chapter 391
Author: Emerald
last update2025-12-15 23:18:46

At that moment, upon hearing her husband's concerned question about what was troubling her, Uncle Festus's wife turned to face him with obvious internal conflict and growing anxiety.

Lady Mirabel's usually perfectly composed expression showed cracks of genuine worry and confusion that she was struggling to conceal.

“Festus, my darling, I honestly don't know exactly what's wrong,” Lady Mirabel began with frustrated uncertainty and barely controlled agitation.

“But I have this overwhelming feeli
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