It’s not like Ais didn’t hear the teasing in Akasha’s words.
She has always been like this, and likes to use those harsh words to make noble ladies unable to stand down.
At this moment, Ais was even more resentful of this Akasha.
Unfortunately, Akasha's reputation was too high and she was a guest of many Dukes' palaces. She could only grit her teeth and lower her head like a child who had done something wrong.
When Meilin heard Akasha's words, she also frowned.
She and the other party's educational philosophy coincided with each other, so when Akasha pointed out Ais's problem with a sudden burst of blood, Merlin cast a stern look at Ais.
"Ais, you are indeed a little rude now. Mother is talking to Mrs. Akasha. How could you interrupt Mrs. Akasha so presumptuously?"
Aisi bit her lip, the fierce glare in her eyes almost overflowing.
She pinched her hand tightly through her velvet gloves to suppress her resentment, and then she apologized to Akasha in a relatively gentle and humble tone.
"Sorry madam, it was Ais who was reckless. Ais apologizes to you."
Akasha said "hmm" in agreement.
She really couldn't like the seemingly dignified and elegant eldest lady Ais, and always felt that her etiquette and behavior were too rigid.
It's like a lie covered in honey, which makes people feel uncomfortable.
Akasha didn't say anything else, she just gave Merlin a few instructions, told her about Miriel's situation, and then left in the carriage.
When it was time to give it away, Bai Wu was also there.
She was wearing a plain-colored little dress, the length of the skirt just reached her calf, and she had a bunch of lace-edged white socks on her legs, and then there was a pair of polished leather shoes.
She is so quiet and well-behaved, her soft blond hair is spread neatly on the back of her head, and her eyes exude a charming and pure light. It is natural for people to ignore the flaw on her face - the mask.
Maybe she thought of Miriel's previous experience. Looking at her lowered eyebrows, the emotions in Mei Lin's eyes suddenly became complicated, and her tone of voice was actually much gentler than before.
"Akasha has been praising you and saying that you are doing well. She also suggested that I don't need to find another etiquette teacher for you and let you focus on other places."
Bai Wu raised her head, her eyes sparkling, and said with some joy: "Really?"
Mei Lin's expression calmed down: "Miriel, don't be too happy. If you do anything rude, I will still restrain you."
"It's getting late. Go have lunch quickly. Mr. Albudo will be there on time in the afternoon."
Bai Wu let out a shallow breath.
It’s really hard to be the daughter of a duke’s family.
She had inquired about Akasha's origins early in the morning, and knowing that she liked to make things difficult for others, she spent the whole night brushing up on her knowledge of etiquette and reading many ancient books, and then she was able to deal with her.
I finally breathed a sigh of relief, forgetting that there was Albudo behind me.
Helpless, Bai Wu had no choice but to say goodbye to her mother.
Seeing her very tired look, Aisi's jealous heart finally relaxed a little at this moment.
See, no matter how outstanding Miriel is, she is just an ordinary person.
Akasha was easy to deal with because she was just a woman who knew a little about etiquette, but Albudo was different.
He is respected as the most knowledgeable person in the Nost Empire, and he can tell whether a person is truly capable at just one glance.
In order to suppress her good sister, she has been reading the books written by Albudo all night long these days.
No matter how smart Miriel is, she will definitely not be able to match her in this aspect.
Bai Wu did not go to the restaurant, but asked the servant to take the meals to her room.
What she wanted was very simple, a cup of strong sour plum juice and a piece of grilled beef sandwich.
After spreading a thick book in front of her, Bai Wu took a big bite of the sandwich and took a sip of plum juice.
Refreshing.
At this moment, Froze opened the door and came in.
Before Bai Wu could swallow the beef and bread in her mouth, she puffed her cheeks and looked at him.
She clearly saw that the tips of the other person's ears were red, and then he looked away unnaturally, with the corners of his mouth tightening.
Bai Wu was choked up. After swallowing something, she put her hands on her hips and said:
"Froser, are you kidding me?"
Froze coughed uncontrollably, then squatted in front of her with his big, obedient eyes.
"No, sister, Froze is just happy to see you."
Slick tongue! Bai Wu cursed in her heart.
Maybe he thought the way she puffed her mouth when she was angry was cute, so Froze couldn't help it and poked her cheek with a finger.
Her skin was so soft, it felt like his fingertips were sinking into a warm marshmallow.
Just when he was naughty and ready to poke him a second time, Bai Wu held his finger angrily.
She was originally going to teach this increasingly daring boy a lesson, but she swallowed the reprimand the moment she held his hand.
"Frozer, what are you doing? Your hands are so cold."
Froze's eyes averted for a moment.
"I haven't done anything, sister, it's just that the weather has been cold recently."
His concealment was so poor that Bai Wu could recognize it at a glance without having to think carefully.
"Froze." Bai Wu calmed down, "Sister doesn't like people who lie. If you have anything, you must tell her, okay?"
A guilty look appeared on Froze's face, and his obsidian eyes dimmed.
Xu made up his mind, gritted his teeth and raised his head.
"I'm sorry, sister. Don't be angry. Froze is the only sister and will not lie to her."
"I will talk to you, but not now."
Bai Wu nodded.
Because she knew that although this child looked dull, he was actually smart and had his own ideas.
She was very curious about what an interesting person he would be if his mind matched his age.
Not long after lunch, Albudo's carriage drove to Rhodes Manor.
The old Duke welcomed him in person.
He and Albudo had gotten acquainted in their early years, but they hadn't seen each other for some years due to their own reasons. When they got together now, it was natural to spend some time talking.
Mei Lin also took this into consideration and prepared refreshments in the living room early and dismissed the people, giving the two old men enough time to talk.
Albudo is older than the old Duke. His hair is all white, and his beard has grown to his chin. He wears a gilt square hat on his head, a monocle on the bridge of his nose, and a long metal chain.
Cheeks drooped.
The lenses were very thick, but they could not hide the wise and shrewd light in his eyes.
Albudo took a sip of the black tea in the ceramic cup and sighed: "In the end, the Duke is better. Enjoying it so much is nothing like me. I have never drunk such good black tea after staying in the palace for so long."
