Chapter 502: Their Side of the Story
They realized that Arabella was just trying to verify what was true and not since Ivan may have exaggerated or downplayed some things.
"When did she begin treating you differently from how she usually does?"
"Her behavior slightly changed once Your Majesty left.
"She used to speak to everyone politely. But then, she began speaking to me, Nadia, and especially, Ivan in a less polite tone.
"She did not ask us to do anything in particular, so we simply kept working.
"I did not expect it was because she was focused on Ivan behind everyone’s knowledge," Odette replied freely this time.
’Ah, so she was already planning to do it once she gets the chance? And my departure for Medeus gave her that chance?’
"I believe her attitude towards me completely changed when I accidentally saw her scolding Ivan and saying a lot of rude things to him," Odette relayed.
"I told her it wasn’t right to belittle Ivan or treat him differently because he was a commoner since according to the Valerian law, we are equal in the workplace unless given work positions that increase our rank."
’That’s true. It was in the laws, so Narcissa could be legally punished if they had complained.’
"But she reminded me I had no right to tell her what to do since she far outranks me due to Ryvaleh’s standing.