The Lucas family arrived at the Royal Palace after half an hour's drive.
The palace of the royal family was obviously several times larger than the castle of the Lucas family, and it looked like a building full of classicism.
The buildings of the royal palace were symmetrical, giving off an air of grandeur and rational beauty.
Armed knights stood guard at the entrance, bowing respectfully as they saw them approach. However, members of the Lucas family simply nodded before walking into the palace.
The interior was decorated in Baroque style with occasional touches of Rococo. The halls were luxurious and magnificent with intricate patterns carved into every stone pillar that made one feel intimidated.
When they walked in, soldiers greeted them respectfully but didn't budge from their posts.
Martha felt extremely uncomfortable since arriving at the royal palace; she felt out of place here.
After the group of people came to the hall, three gorgeously dressed ladies approached them. They each greeted Daisy affectionately by touching noses and kissing cheeks before exchanging pleasantries.
"Daisy! Long time no see! You look even more beautiful now."
"So do you!"
After Daisy greeted them with a smile.
"Why are you so late today? We've been waiting for you for ages!" another lady said.
Daisy gave Martha a meaningful glance before replying, "My sister has just been found after being lost for years; this is her first time attending such an event, so please forgive us for being late."
As soon as she finished speaking, everyone's attention shifted to Martha who stood not far away from Daisy.
"Is this the long-lost eldest daughter of your Lucas family?"
"She must be your sister right?"
"Daisy! Is that really your long-lost sister?"
Daisy heard their shocked voices and nodded mockingly while saying, "My sister hasn't seen much of the world yet, so please be tolerant of her."
As soon as she finished speaking though, one of her friends whispered sarcastically. "I knew it, your sister's eyes kept wandering around. It turns out that's the case."
"A wanderer cannot compare with those who grew up in the Lucas family," another girl chimed in, unable to hold back her laughter.
In their opinion, it was a joke for such a person to attend the grand palace banquet.
The person being chosen today was the king's son's wife, with strict requirements for both identity and behavior. It was impossible for Martha to climb up that ladder.
Daisy laughed mockingly and didn't stop her friends from humiliating Martha. In fact, she enjoyed seeing it happen.
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