The Perfect Ploy

At dinner, Gemma deliberately sat next to Matilda. She was especially popular with the elders.

The atmosphere at home had not been so relaxed for a long time, and Nathaniel thought that even though the family liked Aria very much, she was not good at regulating the atmosphere.

She had always been quiet and obedient. Harrison and Matilda thought she was very sensible and devoted to them.

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