On the other corner of the hall, near the main entrance, Julie stood silently beside Magnus.
She had maintained her angelic smile, nodding politely to the streams of guests who approached to greet Principal Ashburn.
Everyone knew at this point that Julie couldn't speak, a fact that had quickly spread through the polite whispers of the elite.
Therefore, no one bothered talking to her directly, opting instead for a respectful bow or a brief nod in her direction before addressing Magnus.
Many young men, scions of various Legacy Families, had approached her, attempting to court her attention or invite her for a dance.
Each time, Julie had politely rejected them with a graceful shake of her head or a subtle, regretful gesture.
More importantly, behind her polite head movements were two pairs of eyes that always pierced through everyone who approached her, those eyes belonged to Magnus.
He did not want to hinder her potential love life, as he genuinely desired her happiness.
