Chapter 506: A Sense of Superiority
Since Narcissa was not in the least bit regretful about what she had done, Arabella had to be hard on her.
"Narcissa, it seems you do not realize the gravity of your actions. Ivan, Nadia, and Odette are my precious assistants just like you regardless of their roots. They are capable individuals and I have seen with my own eyes the quality of their work. I will not allow you to torment them any further. You are indeed also very much capable. Thus, I didn’t want to let go of you despite everything. However, seeing how you lack self-awareness to reflect on your mistakes and harmed others without guilt, I believe, I may be able to let go of you now. Do you understand what I mean?"
Arabella eyed Narcissa sternly this time. The latter was wide-eyed at her statement.
[What?! Why me? They were the ones who cheated! Isn’t this too much favoritism? What would Her Majesty gain from those three? They are from small and poor territories. If she wants to build strength here in Valeria, I am the best choice since my family dominates the social circle.]
’That is not the only basis for everything. They may be from weaker territories, but I will gain a lot from them by keeping them here where they can maximize their knowledge, talent, and skills instead of rotting somewhere.’
Arabella could barely stop herself from shaking her head at Narcissa’s thoughts.
’She doesn’t even have any proof that they cheated. She could at least show me concrete proof to support her accusation.’
If she truly had no choice but to let go of Narcissa, she still had Clarisse anyway. She could cooperate with Clarisse instead.
Clarisse herself was the one who built the strength of Ryvaleh’s social influence.