Chapter 10

I forced a strained smile, reluctantly going along with Yelena's words. "Felix and I will do our best," I replied. Yelena was clearly thrilled. She patted my shoulder and said, "There are so many wealthy young ladies in this circle, but you're my favorite. You're so thoughtful and well-behaved, unlike Amber, who's always making a scene and irritating everyone. "For a while, I thought Felix might like her, and I was genuinely worried. But thank goodness that he prefers you. Otherwise, I would've been so upset." As I listened, I didn't know whether to laugh or cry. All I could do was return Helen's signature smile and nod quietly. I spent the whole afternoon by Yelena's side, engaging in small talk with Felix's aunts in the living room. Just as boredom was beginning to set in, one of his aunts suddenly asked, "Helen, I heard Amber didn't attend your wedding yesterday. Isn't that a bit disrespectful?" I paused for a moment, carefully choosing my words. "Lucy, the truth is, there was