Chapter 300

Eleanor's casual remark undoubtedly confirmed Jessica's claims.

"It's no wonder Lady Helen dislikes Carissa—she must have used such underhanded tactics."

"It's shocking to think that someone of the duke's direct lineage would resort to such a despicable method."

"Lady Heather, now I understand why you've kept your distance. It turns out there's a reason for it."

Heather held her cup of tea; she looked as though she wanted to speak, but caught Eleanor's icy gaze. She managed a bitter smile, took a sip of her tea, and remained silent.

Helen felt unsettled. The decision not to invite Carissa was meant to show her who was truly in charge, a reminder not to get above herself. Yet, the fact that Carissa was Rafael's future wife was a reality Helen could not change. She didn't want her future daughter-in-law being talked about in such a manner.

Eleanor's words, however, left her at a loss. Though Eleanor spoke with apparent sincerity, Helen had no way of disproving the latter’s claims.