Chapter 79

Avery's comment had been casual, tossed out without much thought. But for Valeria, it landed awkwardly. She didn't think she looked anything like Wendy. Wendy was the picture of high society—immaculate makeup, sharp features, and that kind of quiet arrogance that money and status carved into a person. And she smiled with effortless grace. "I agree, Ms. Neal and I seem to have a bit of a connection," she said. Of course, this was just a polite remark. After all, Martha had clearly taken a liking to Selena, especially knowing she was in the same class as Leo. Naturally, Wendy wasn't about to go against Martha. She took another glance at Valeria. Valeria was fair and delicate, with a quiet, gentle presence. Martha smiled and looked back and forth between them. "Isn't that something? Even that mole on the tip of their noses is in the exact same spot. You're both such beauties." Hearing that, Valeria offered a polite smile, choosing not to read too much into it. That small mole on t