The Countess certainly knew how to communicate differently with various people.
Before the ball began and after she had spoken with Ronald, she never sought him out again, not even once.
She presided over the opening of the ball and wandered among the many guests, discussing current affairs.
It was only after the atmosphere in the courtyard heated up that Letitia went with the higher-status guests into the manor building and into the already decorated hall to continue with the next stage of the ball.
During this process, Ronald was, of course, invited in.
Standing in an inconspicuous corner of the hall, he confirmed the presence of Harvey, whom Karin had reminded him to pay attention to.
This businessman from the "Ginkgo Leaf Business Alliance"...
How should I put it?
