Chapter 238 Sowing Discord

Nowadays, with Grace's elevated status, most people eagerly sought to align themselves with her and attempt to win her favor.

This left Ava feeling quite uneasy.

"Aunt Ava, do you know why Celia was exiled to Astana?" Geraldine asked.

Since Ava's marriage, she had rarely been involved in the Hawkins family's affairs. Hence, she was unaware of what had happened to Celia.

Susan had only told her that Celia had gone to study in Astana.

But what kind of place was Astana, exactly? Even if the Hawkins family were in decline, they wouldn't send their child somewhere like that.

Ava was unclear about the specifics, so she asked, "Do you know the details?"

Geraldine gestured toward Grace in the crowd.

"It's because of her, of course."

"You mean Grace? Does she really have such influence?"

Geraldine looked at Ava as if the latter were underestimating Grace.

"Have you forgotten how Celia and Aunt Susan used to mistreat her? She's simply seeking justice. It's better late than never!

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