Deirdre felt mixed feelings in her heart all of a sudden.

Yet, it would be possible that Mrs. Engel’s behavior would only put her and Brendan in trouble.

Deirdre shut her eyes slowly and opened them again. She cracked a smile and said, “It’s fine. They’re only talking about important work matters, and I’m incapable of joining the conversation.”

“Why can’t they discuss the work matters after dinner instead of doing it in your presence?” Mrs. Engel shook her head. “Silly girl, you must learn