Meanwhile, at the Lock Heart family's table, Bella took a relaxed sip of her wine while watching the festivities. She was alone, while everyone else seemed to be thoroughly enjoying themselves. But she didn't mind; this was her brother's moment to shine. She had no intention of stealing the spotlight on his special day with his sweetheart.
[You would love to stir things up a bit, wouldn't you?]
She chuckled softly in response to Poona's teasing comment. Indeed, the idea of unleashing her mischievous side for sheer amusement had crossed her mind, but she knew her mother would not be amused. Ruining this day for everyone would be an unforgivable act.
It was no concern to her that Jayra might have appreciated her sense of humor. What weighed on her was her mother's continuous nagging about her being a rebellious daughter and her refusal to get over her alleged infatuation with Calypso.
