Chapter 42

Tobias was dizzy throughout the entire journey, but his strong willpower allowed him to act like he was fine.

As for Anabella and Lucy's conversation, Tobias didn't register a single word they said.

Upon hearing Anabella's invitation, Lucy instinctively glanced at Tobias.

Anabella assured, "This banquet is a women-only event. There won't be any men there. You don't have to worry. Mrs. Ripley, seeing as you are looking at Mr. Ripley so much, are you perhaps reluctant to leave him?"

Lucy smiled politely and answered, "It's an honor to receive your invitation. I will attend the banquet."

Since there wouldn't be any men attending, Lucy presumed it should be fine.

"That's wonderful. I look forward to having you at the banquet, Mrs. Ripley."

Anabella then passionately talked about some interesting things about Faldoria while Lucy listened to her attentively, nodding along at times.

They soon arrived at the first tourist spot.

"Mr. and Mrs. Ripley, this is Mount Aider, a paradise tha