After Cecily left, her expression unchanged, Lynne pulled me aside to vent. "I have this feeling like I’m being challenged by a subordinate."

I comforted her, "It’s normal."

A few days ago, Lynne had scolded Cecily a little in front of Lucius, and I guess the young girl had remembered it. Arrogance from being spoiled.

Lynne sighed. "People who are pampered really are different."

"Are you jealous?" I asked.

Lynne shook her ...