An Unpalatable Charade

Monica had perfected this move of retreating in order to advance.

Not only did she lower her head in front of Victor and act pitifully to make him feel guilty towards her, but she also created an image of herself being infatuated and forbearing in front of everyone.

As the successor of the Whitmore Cuisine Hall, she must master excellent culinary skills, but her character, image, and conduct were