"Come with me," Olivia said, taking her hand. Besides, look, he just spilled punch on Fiona's dress." "I'm not sure I would wish to marry Winston." Miranda glanced across the room and eyed Winston dubiously. You can marry Winston when you grow up and then we'll be sisters truly." "Mama says I haven't an ounce of restraint or common sense." "I was standing up for myself just fine before you came along, Livvy. "You must learn to stand up for yourself, Miranda." "I can't believe you called her a silly old cow," Miranda said. "I accept your apology," she said grudgingly. Miranda stayed silent until Olivia finally kicked her. She knew better than to alienate Olivia, whose parents held the highest rank in the area. "This is my birthday party, and if you can't be nice, you may leave!"įiona gulped. "Be quiet, you silly old cow!" Olivia exclaimed, stomping her foot on the ground. "Being a baronet's daughter makes little difference unless one has looks or money," Fiona recited, repeating words she had obviously heard at home.
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