Grace was briefly stunned but quickly regained her composure as a sizable group of Montgomerys awaited her.

The Montgomerys were a distinguished aristocratic family, with Alexander Montgomery, Seraphine's father, as the family head.

Grace held the second-highest rank in seniority, with the late family head having three more sons and a daughter. Undoubtedly, the family thrived.

On their way to the estate, Grace instructed Eric and Sylvia to address Seraphine's father as "Uncle" and advised them not to worry about the opinions of the other family members.

Sylvia gained a deeper appreciation for Grace's challenges upon learning about the Montgomerys' situation.

Despite everyone's presence at the entrance, a hint of displeasure lingered on their faces. Alexander summoned them all as it was Sylvia and Eric's first visit to the Montgomerys.

Alexander had already arranged an elaborate reception, perhaps out of a sense that the Montgomerys owed Grace a great deal.

Grace only introduced