Chapter 529

But of course, Bruce must have known who was invited. This was Kate's birthday banquet, after all. Still, if he had known about it, why hadn't he stopped me from coming? Wasn't he afraid that I would outshine Cindy? Or did he not know she would be here tonight? While I was lost in thought, Bruce's gaze shifted to our right, where Mr. Fowler and Tiana were standing. Of course, Cindy was there with them as well. She stared at Bruce, her eyes filled with grievance and unease like a frightened fawn. Bruce's eyes flickered. He must have felt sorry for her. Kate caught on and grabbed my hand. "Madam Harold is coming down. Let's greet her, Nance." I declined, saying, "There are many other guests here. I'm not in a hurry, Kate." Kate insisted, "They are merely guests. But you're like a daughter to me, Nance. Unlike a certain someone." Kate glanced at Cindy. The latter lowered her head further, looking even more aggrieved. "Mr. Harold is coming over," Tiana said excitedly. "Look, Cindy