Chapter 66 — Sold Off to Our Country
Amidst a delicate hum of murmured conversations, Cynthia sat gracefully, a serene smile on her lips. The gathered noblewomen formed a perfect circle around a large white table with their white-painted wooden chairs, each dressed elegantly. As Cynthia glanced around, she returned the smiles of the ladies, noting the familiar tension beneath the politeness of the gathering. She knew fully well that it was merely a facade for all.
They sure have a lot to discuss. It’s been a long time since I attended these...
She mused, their whispers seeming unending.
No. Rather, I only attended these in my past life.
As she pondered, her gaze fell on a familiar lady, although the memories concerning her were vague. She didn’t seem to have written about her in her diary. Yet, her unique shade of red hair and her blue irises fixed on Cynthia couldn’t be denied. Cynthia grinned at her, unsure of what she should do in this situation. She always had eyes stuck on her every movement, however, it was not a banquet where it would simply end if she decided to walk past her.
The lady hastily averted her gaze, clearly flushed. She was caught staring at the grand duchess!
"Thank you for coming to my tea party," Countess Gionhard clapped her hands excitedly. "I apologize for the young ladies who have to deal with us old women," she chuckled, grabbing the pot of kettle containing warm water to brew the tea.
"Please do not speak that way about yourself," Cynthia began, catching the attention of the crowd.
"You seem kind... However, please introduce yourself. I doubt anyone had the chance to meet you formally due to..." Countess Gionhard halted, smiling brightly, tempting to shift the ladies’ focus elsewhere. "We are eager to hear your sweet voice more."
Whispers were exchanged between the ladies. Some knew about the incident at the banquet whereas others were curious to hear about it.
"You are flattering me," Cynthia’s voice cut through the faint whispers. She coughed to clear her throat. "I am Grand Duchess Cynthia Von Gwyndor, it is a pleasure to meet you ladies," she spoke softly.