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    "What apassionate soul."


    I nced at As beside me, feeling somewhat uneasy about him being subjected to ridicule alongside me. It was thest thing I wanted.


    Those ''elderly'' figures who seemed rather dignified were particrly disdainful. They confronted As, criticizing him for getting involved with a woman of unknown background and bringing her to such an asion, thereby inviting shame upon himself.


    One of them even stated, "A woman of uncertain identity has no ce here!"


    "Yes, they shouldn''t allow such despicable individuals to enter this premise. She should be kicked out immediately."


    "Even if she truly is Rory''s daughter, so what? Until the truth of the past events is uncovered, she shouldn''t set foot in the Pierce family''s residence because they are sworn enemies."


    Once this mood was set, the atmosphere in the hall became tense.


    As remained silent, but his hand on my waist continued to guide me. Earlier, when he pressured me to admit I was Ste, he was hinting at something. But now, he pulled me closer and gently patted my waist.


    I understood his signal. He was asking me to wait for the right moment to speak.


    Currently, I was being bombarded with questions, but he signaled for me to remain silent. I had no choice but to endure it.


    I believed he wouldn''t leave me in this passive state forever, but I was growing increasingly impatient.


    The imposter seemed intent on pushing me to my limits, ready to condemn me outright. So, she spoke up again tauntingly, "What''s the matter? Cat got your tongue?"


    "Ste, be respectful."


    To my surprise, Celine suddenly reprimanded the fake Ste, halting her from saying anything further.


    Then, adopting a parental demeanor,


    she calmly addressed everyone,


    "Let''s all calm down. There''s no


    need for such aggression. Since this matter requires further investigation, let''s be tolerant. Even if Rorymitted grave mistakes, mis daughter is innocent. After all, she


    was just a child at the time."


    I knew she was trying to solidify her kind image in front of everyone so she could take advantage of the crowd''s attitude.


    She thought her earlier groundwork was enough to push all the me onto my father.


    I couldn''t bear it any longer and smiled lightly. "It seems you have already decided that my father was the mastermind behind everything."


    Celine''s eyes lit up at my words,


    immediately casting a look of doubt


    at me. "So, do you have a better answer? Or can you really prove that you are Rory''s daughter? Can you overturn all doubts and prove your father''s innocence?"


    This time, As finally said, "I can prove it."


    Only then did I turn to look at him. His eyes were so sharp that they were sending shivers down my spine.


    Celine nced at As, immediately intimidated by the chilling aura in his eyes, and quickly averted her gaze.


    Then, with a smile, she said to everyone, "Since As says he canpletely prove it, let''s not doubt this anymore."


    Her words silenced everyone, showing that she knew when was the right time to stop.


    "Today was supposed to be a joyous asion for everyone. Let''s not let any unpleasantness spoil the mood. Let''s leave these matters for the police.


    "Since Ms. Chloe is indeed a member of the White family, I have a suggestion." The imposter piped up again, addressing everyone, "How about we lighten the mood a bit?


    "The legendary Ms. Ste has been a


    skilled pianist since childhood. So,


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    my mother has always urged me learn the piano diligently. Today, finally had the opportunity to appreciate Ms. Ste''s piano skills. It''ll also liven up the atmosphere. What do you all think?"


    This imposter suddenly threw in another curveball.


    I nced at As, and even he seemed taken aback. After all, he hadn''t seen me y the piano since our reunion.