Chapter 297

Third Person's POV

Matilda wasn't adept at comforting others and didn't want to upset Valerica by mentioning Giselle.

She casually remarked, "With the New Year upon us, who doesn't miss their loved ones? Valerica's just feeling homesick."

Hearing this, Lucian's smile faded.

Valerica lifted her spirits—she couldn't afford to lose composure at the sovereign banquet.

She buried her sorrow deep within