Chapter 109: What Is She Thinking?

Mrs. Gray realized that if she continued to stay silent, she wouldn't be able to accomplish what she came here for. She had an important matter to discuss with Mrs. Galin, so she made up her mind, pushed through the crowd, and approached Mrs. Galin, trying to speak in a flattering tone, "Mrs. Galin, I was wondering if we could have a private tea together after the gathering?" Upon hearing Mrs. Gray’s request, one of the other ladies scoffed and sneered sarcastically, “Really, what is she thinking? She actually wants to have tea alone with Mrs. Galin!” Another lady chimed in, “Exactly! Don’t you know that after we finish playing Mahjong this afternoon, we’re all going to get our nails done together? There’s no time for private tea with you!” Mrs. Gray felt a bit disappointed hearing this, but she still held onto hope. She turned to Mrs. Galin with an expectant look, hoping for a different response from her. After hearing the exchange, Mrs. Galin slowly turned her head, her gaze shif