Chapter 230

Third Person's POV

Maeve's words sent Matilda's fir pheromones surging. She was proud yet tinged with guilt.

She'd snubbed Valerica on purpose, but Valerica didn't seem to mind, even sending her a fine oil painting.

This made Matilda see Valerica as tactful and magnanimous.

In contrast, she felt petty.

Spotting envy in the Full Moon Priestesses' eyes, she warmed to Valerica—just a little.