“A gift?”


    Giana’s tone was dismissive as she likely envisioned something simple or rustic from Madisyn.


    What could Madisyn have possibly given her?


    Maybe some local trinkets or homemade goods?


    With a dismissive gesture, Giana said, “I’m good, thanks.


    Just keep it for yourself.


    ”


    “But really, Madisyn selected some lovely items, specifically for us.


    It’s worth taking a look!” Susan urged.


    Susan was keenly aware that Madisyn wouldn’t give every guest the limited-edition ne; it must be a special gesture for her and Giana.


    Giana was obviously reluctant to ept the gift and was even annoyed.


    Jenna, who caught sight of Susan, eximed, “Hey, look! Susan’s here! What is she holding?”


    Giana, her lips pressed tightly together, replied hesitantly, “It’s nothing.


    Madisyn gave me a gift.


    ”


    Jenna’s interest seemed genuine as she said, “Madisyn prepared a gift for you? That’s really thoughtful! You should check it out; she must have put a lot of thought into it.


    ”


    Amidst the giggles of the surrounding women, one scoffed.


    “Really, Madisyn held a wee banquet? That’sughable.


    She might as well have kept it to a modest family event instead of this showy disy.


    It seems those with less always aim to appear more.


    I bet there’s nothing good in the bag.


    ”


    Jenna, masking her condescension with a sweet tone, chimed in, “Still, it’s a thoughtful gesture from Madisyn.novelbin


    Let’s see what she’s prepared.


    There might be some quaint treasures from the countryside.


    ”


    Giana felt a flush of embarrassment from their mocking tones.


    She reluctantly grabbed the gift bag and dismissed Susan curtly.


    “You can go now.


    ”


    Giana turned to Jenna and the others.


    “I should get going too.


    ”


    Jenna stopped her immediately.


    “Hold on! We haven’t seen what Madisyn sent you yet.


    It’s not every day we get to see countryside gifts.


    This could be enlightening!”


    “Indeed, let’s uncover the treasures Madisyn has sent,” another woman added, barely hiding her derision.


    With resignation, Giana opened the bag, her feelings towards Madisyn souring for putting her in such an ufortable and humiliating position.


    Susan observed the group’s reactions and slowly realized they were all mocking Madisyn.


    Giana, however, remained silent, not defending Madisyn at all.


    This realization sparked anger in Susan.


    “If you’re not interested, then forget it,” she said, her expression cold as she took back the gift.


    “I’m leaving.


    ”


    Giana felt a strange sense of relief as the gift left her hand, though she said, “I never said I didn’t want it.