This was the punishment from Heaven for her past, and now, she accepted it.
The old lady saw through Adele's subtle intentions. She didn't say anything, only felt a deep ache in her heart.
After the grandmother and granddaughter sat in the courtyard for a good while, Adele finally helped the old lady back into the house.
Julia only had time to go shopping with Adele after lunch. Although Adele had waited all morning in vain, she was still very happy.
The two sisters-in-law left the Horne family villa under the protection of four bodyguards, accompanied by several of the Horne family's female cousins. Previously, Adele hadn't gotten along with these cousins due to her bad temper. They all avoided her, viewing her as a demon and keeping as far away as possible, as if she were a scourge who brought misfortune to anyone she encountered. Now, having learned of Adele's ordeal, they all felt sympathy for her. Upon quiet reflection, they realized Adele wasn't inherently bad.
