Because Monica was very attentive, every day at Lu Layeka, she did her best to accompany Algerone and Belinda since they had come from far away, trying to make them feel at home. Seeing the two elders off at the door, Monica waved goodbye with a smile and wished them good night. Then, she turned and linked her arm with Tristan's, walking towards Princess Catherine, who was sitting not far away on the sofa.
In these few days, Monica hadn't had any private conversations with the Princess, but there were frequent eye contacts. She had been hosting and arranging everything as a hostess, always with a smile on her face, working from morning till night. Monica noticed all the hard work and effort. She approved of this stepmother. Most importantly, Catherine was very good to her father.
Captain Julie personally poured the tea. In the spacious palace, the crystal chandeliers emitted a dazzling light, shining on everyone. This particular light, combined with the sunset outside, made the evening seem especially peaceful and beautiful.
"Please, have a seat," Catherine's kind smile glanced at the young couple approaching, like a mother looking at her children, full of tenderness and care. Monica and Tristan sat down on the sofa opposite her, both unaware of what she was about to do, with no prior indication. Julie bent over and personally poured tea for everyone, placing two cups on the table.
"Thank you." Monica had noticed the short-haired woman in military attire long ago. She almost always accompanied the Princess and had heard about her from her brother, knowing her name and her position. Julie nodded with a smile, "You're welcome," then handed a cup of tea to the table in front of Princess Catherine and stepped back, standing at a distance.
Catherine took out an antique square box, deep purple in color, with embroidery on top. She untied the ribbon wrapped around it and took out a beautiful bracelet. "Annie, this bracelet is for you. I hope you like it."
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