C596 596 an Explanation

Upon hearing Mrs. Xu's words, Miriam's eyebrows arched in surprise, a flicker of delight crossing her eyes.

Who would have thought that such a clever woman could be found in a minor family like this?

Yet, it did nothing to alter the fact that the Xus were a lesser clan, and Miriam's disdain remained unchanged.

With a graceful smile and a voice soft yet cutting, Miriam dismissed the notion