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CHAPTER 22
The Countess's face drained of all color as her anxiety became evident. She quickly made an excuse to leave her peers.
Evelina, noticing her mother's odd behavior, couldn't let her leave without knowing what was wrong. She hurried over and grabbed the Countess's hand. «Mother,» she said.
«Not now, Evelina. The ball must continue. I have a few things to attend to. Prince Laith is here and is currently looking for you, I might add.»
The Countess gave a faint smile as she made another attempt to leave, but Evelina stopped her once more.
«What now?» The Countess appeared agitated, and Evelina could tell.
Evelina took a step back. «I only wanted to say that... I would like to go home as well. The night is getting late, and I am truly exhausted, Mother,» Evelina pleaded.
