His gaze was cold, and Summer Ford froze under his stare, retracting her hand awkwardly.
She lowered her head slightly and continued eating her meal.
Starla was adored wherever she went, just as her name suggested, treasured by everyone around her.
However, Summer Ford was unaware of this; she only noticed how well everyone treated Starla.
She became aware of the issue at the dining table, when everyone took turns talking to Starla.
It wasn't just Ethan Laurent calling her that; everyone present addressed her as Starla.
Even Leo referred to her as "Sister Starla."
Summer Ford gradually realized something was off. Why did it sound so much like a person's name?
She slowly raised her head, looking toward Ethan Laurent sitting beside Starla.
Ethan Laurent clearly noticed her gaze, even meeting her eyes briefly, but he didn't explain, continuing to eat his meal casually.
Starla was very close to him, occasionally whispering to him during the meal.
