The group then walked into the living room. Catherine, however, got up and returned to her room to redo her makeup.
She changed into another outfit. It was clear Mrs. Grant couldn't stand her, and she realized it was practically impossible to win her over.
'I'll have to use my last resort.'
Only then did she head straight for the living room.
When she reached the doorway and heard Mrs. Grant's laughter, Catherine's heart ached.
But she walked in, step by step, and sat down next to Nora Ainsworth.
Seeing how well Mrs. Grant and Nora were getting along while she was being completely ignored, she sneered inwardly. 'Just wait until I play my trump card. We'll see how smug you are then, Nora Ainsworth!'
The entire afternoon was basically spent watching them chat. Catherine didn't say a single word, just sat there stiffly for hours.
「During dinner that evening.」
