Chapter 676

Madelyn sighed inwardly. She understood that Irene was worried she might hold a grudge against Ariana after their argument and retaliate against her. Perhaps the reason this maid hadn't left was because Irene had instructed her to stay by her side for protection. This realization filled Madelyn's heart with an indescribable warmth. Irene, this friend of hers. At first, she might have approached their friendship with ulterior motives. But now, she was genuinely grateful to have such a friend. The only thing was, Irene's personality was simply too gentle. Otherwise, she wouldn't have been bullied by Ariana to this extent. The White family wasn't even worth mentioning—they weren't fit to hold a candle to the Harper family. Ariana could only throw her weight around by riding on the Stone family's coattails. And this was something even Lambert might not be aware of, being played like a fiddle in her hands. That kind of woman was truly terrifying. Madelyn pressed her lips together, no longer