Love's Unexpected Awakening Elowen's Choice novel Chapter 221

Chapter 221 A Polite Facade

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For this girl who had shown up out of nowhere, Yvonne couldn’t quite hide the unease simmering beneath the surface.

Her background, her manners, even that overly timid way about her, none of it matched the daughter-in-law Yvonne had once imagined.

She paused, then shifted the topic as if nothing were amiss. “As it happens, Lady Aveline is visiting today.”

Elowen followed her lead. “What brings Lady Aveline here today?”

At that, Yvonne let out a soft, amused scoff. “She somehow caught wind that Azure is finally writing again after all these years. No idea how she managed it, but she actually got her hands on the first page of the manuscript. She’s beside herself, saying good things should be shared, insisting we all take a look together.”

Elowen lifted a delicate brow, just a touch of interest slipping into her voice. “I see. Azure’s work is rare indeed.”

The group began moving toward the reception Hall. Just as they reached the entrance, hurried footsteps echoed from the corridor to the right.

They turned to look.

A young man in fine robes was striding over in a rush. He was moving so fast he nearly tripped, catching himself at the last second. His face was slightly flushed, a sheen of sweat at his temples, his breath uneven, clearly having come in a hurry.

It was Piers.

The moment he steadied himself, his gaze locked onto the slim figure in pale pink standing behind Elowen. His eyes burned, all that longing and concern almost spilling over.

Elowen understood instantly. He must have heard Sylvia was here and rushed over without a second thought.

“Piers?” Yvonne frowned at the sight of her son’s lack of composure, her tone sharpening. “What’s gotten into you?”

Startled by her voice, Piers finally pulled his gaze away from Sylvia. A flicker of embarrassment crossed his face. He quickly composed himself and bowed to Elowen. “Your Grace.”

Then he turned to Yvonne, forcing his breathing to steady. “Mother, I heard we had

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Chapter 221 A Polite Facade

distinguished guests, so I came to help… entertain them.”

Even he sounded unconvinced.

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Yvonne knew her son too well. He had never cared for social calls. Even the most important. guests couldn’t drag him out unless he absolutely had to. For him to rush here like this, the reason was obvious.

She was displeased, but with Elowen present, she held back, shooting him a sharp look instead.

Just as Yvonne was about to lead Elowen and Sylvia inside, Piers suddenly spoke again, as if gathering his courage. “Mother, Your Grace, a moment. I just remembered something I need to ask His Grace. Would it be possible for Your Grace to pass along my question?”

His eyes turned to Elowen, earnest and hopeful.

Elowen already saw through him.

He wanted to use this as an excuse to learn more about the marriage decree, or perhaps test Cassian’s stance, all for Sylvia’s sake.

Since he had invoked Cassian, Yvonne couldn’t openly interfere, even if she saw right through him.

Keeping her expression composed, Elowen smiled lightly. “Of course. If I know the answer, I’ll tell you. If not, I’ll pass it along.”

Piers immediately gestured. “This way, Your Grace.”

Seeing Elowen about to leave, Sylvia couldn’t help but grow tense.

The thought of going in alone, facing a room full of unfamiliar noblewomen, made her chest tighten.

Elowen noticed at once. She gently took Sylvia’s slightly cold hand, giving it a reassuring squeeze. “Don’t be afraid. Just remember what I taught you. You don’t need to overthink it, and you don’t need to please anyone. When you go in, just carry yourself with ease. Trust your instincts.”

Her voice was calm, steady, grounding.

Sylvia took a deep breath, forcing down her nerves, then nodded firmly. There was still a trace of hesitation in her eyes, but now there was resolve too.

Elowen stepped aside with Piers, moving to a quieter spot beneath the corridor.

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