Madisyn coughed slightly.


    She had always known she was well-off, but the scale of her family’s legacy was something else entirely.


    “Madisyn is just eager to make her mark and prove her capabilities to you all,” Kristine chimed in softly.


    Her words seemed to echo unheard in the living room as everyone’s attention remained fixed on Madisyn.


    Kristine’s fingers tightened slightly, as she looked at Dane, who surely felt the same sense of being overlooked.


    At dinner, Kristine, seeking some solidarity, chose to sit next to Dane, offering him soup while voicing a gentle observation.


    “Mom and Dad really do dote on Madisyn.


    ”


    Dane responded smoothly, his face showing no hint of jealousy, “It took us so long to be reunited with Madisyn.


    It’s natural for them to dote on her.


    ”


    Kristine bit her lip slightly before saying, “It used to be you who they valued the most, Dane.


    ”


    “We’re all family; we value everyone here,” Dane said.


    Kristine fell silent.


    Her phone soon vibrated with a message from Josie,ining about Andrew coborating with Madisyn.


    Kristine clenched her phone, her knuckles whitening.


    She had held no grudge against Madisyn before.


    In fact, she had pitied her, assuming a girl from the countryside would find it challenging to blend with the elite.


    Kristine had even thought about aiding Madisyn’s entry into high society.novelbin


    However, Madisyn seemed to navigate it effortlessly.


    Not only did she adapt well, but she also charmed everyone on her path.


    “Is something wrong, Kristine?” Dane asked, noticing her troubled expression.


    Kristine was jolted back to the present.


    “Oh… It’s nothing.


    ”


    Dane gave her a look but chose to remain silent.


    Following their meal, ine and Madisyn went for a stroll.


    While Kristine was perfecting her dance moves in the studio, Dane entered.


    “Dane? Did youe to watch me practice?” Kristine asked, her spirits lifting, happy with Dane’s presence.


    Dane nodded, looking at her hopeful expression.


    Feeling motivated, Kristine resumed her practice with renewed vigor, eager to impress.


    “Very good.


    You’ve reallye a long way recently,” Daneplimented.


    “It’s all thanks to Auntie’s fantastic coaching,” Kristine said with a smile.


    “Also, Dane, Lynda has rmended me for a director position at the National Dance Association.


    ”