“You have been to many upper-class gatherings with Ms. Sox. You’re not shy to socialize. In fact, you carry yourself with grace. The former you simply did not want to attract attention.”

Mrs. Stone had a clear idea of her nieces’ history.

Serenity answered with a smile, “Mrs. Lowe would take me and Jasmine to parties, but we were there for the food.”

Jasmine would persuade Serenity to go along every time. The pair would arrive at the scene and find a seat in a corner to enjoy the feast in