After dinner, Delphine prepared to return to the Leclair mansion. Originally, Leah wanted to go with her, but Delphine politely declined.
Considering the significant scandal at the mansion, it would be impossible to let outsiders witness the family's humiliation. If it weren't for the matter involving Mrs. Carter, Delphine herself would've chosen to avoid it too.
When Delphine returned to the Leclair mansion, it was just past dinner time. On a winter night, the darkness descended early, and the light-filled red-bricked house was silhouetted beneath the shadow of the sycamore trees.
Standing at the entrance, Delphine let the cold wind brush against her face for a while, sorting through her thoughts and containing her emotions before stepping in.
In the night, the scent of camellias mingled with the piercing chill of the wind. She reached to pat her stiffened cheeks, took a deep breath, and entered the side hall.
