Chapter 148: Remarks Of Disdain
"Would you mind if we called you Anna?" Sarah requested with a smile.
Anna’s face lit up with delight as she responded, "No, not at all. Please feel free to call me that."
Curiosity brimming in her voice, Sarah continued the conversation. "So, how does it feel to be the wife of His Highness, the Grand Duke of Gerhard? It must be quite exciting to be part of the high society, isn’t it?"
Anna furrowed her brow, feeling a sense of confusion wash over her. She struggled to grasp the underlying meaning behind Sarah’s question. The ladies-in-waiting couldn’t help but chuckle at her perplexed expression.
"I’m sorry, but I’m not sure I get what you mean," Anna admitted, her voice tinged with curiosity.
"Oh, there’s no need for that. I perfectly understand. Sometimes, men can be drawn to those in distress. It’s like a favourite pastime for them, boosting their confidence as dominant figures," Sarah added with a hint of cynicism.
Anna squinted her eyes, trying to make sense of the lady’s words. None of it resonated with her understanding of her husband or their relationship.
"Anna, there’s no need to pretend confusion. The men of Cassian are known for their respectful behaviour towards women. Being charitable and helpful is just one of their many admirable traits," Evelyn chimed in, ending her words with a light laugh. The laughter from the other ladies grew more audible.
"What on earth are you talking about?" Anna’s voice carried a confusion as she glared at them.
"Didn’t His Highness marry you out of pity? To rescue you from the effects of the poisonous aphrodisiac?" sneered Sarah, her tone dripping with disdain.
The sudden questions caused Anna’s face to undergo a drastic transformation. The shock and hurt were evident in her expression as she grappled with the weight of Sarah’s words.