26|The Evil Woman

I stared intently at the woman who spoke. Her actions were starting to attract the attention of the people around us, though I came as quietly as possible and didn't rebuke anyone so that no one would recognize me.

I drank a glass of water to honor the host, who had provided a modest meal to the guests. I intended to leave after finishing it without provoking any drama. Why did she come and deliberately make a scene?

The two women who were being reprimanded gave her a displeased look. Instead of replying to the person, they looked cynically at me. Realizing they were the center of attention, they ignored the interrupter's words and moved away from the serving table.

"Where are you going? You are honorable women. Apologize to my sister," Darcy said, startling me.

"What did you say?" protested one of the women.

"Sisters arguing is normal. That doesn't mean I'm going to stand still and hear you insult her," she said again. "Quick, apologize to Heather!"

I gulped down my drink and pu