When I Quit Being A Wicked Mother-in-law, Everyone Became Obsessed With Me

…No, I even said, “Please give me time to think.”

What on earth is this sudden visit about?

Anriche looked at the two noblewomen sitting in front of her with a tired expression.

“What brings you here today, Mother?”

The middle-aged noblewoman, sitting upright, elegantly smiled while holding a sip of tea in her mouth.

“Why, can’t I come to see my daughter’s face whenever I want?”

“To maintain a close relationship, I believe a minimum level of courtesy should be observed.”

Anriche’s unexpected reply caused the expression on the Duchess of Sachsen’s face to stiffen slightly.

Speaking in a calm voice, Anriche continued, “I am your daughter, but I am also the lady of Valois.”

“…Anriche.”

“If the Duchess of Sachsen is visiting the Duchess of Valois, shouldn’t you have contacted me in advance?”

As Anriche retorted, she cast a glance at the noblewoman sitting next to the Duchess of Sachsen.

“It’s not appropriate to come unannounced, especially with another lady in tow.”

That noblewoman was none other than Lady Ivan.

Perhaps trying to break the icy atmosphere, Lady Ivan spoke up cheerfully, “Miss Anriche, it’s been a while since we last met. Aren’t you happy to see me?”

“Your title is incorrect. I am not ‘Miss Anriche,’ but ‘Duchess of Valois.’”

At those words, Lady Ivan stiffened slightly.

Anriche raised the corners of her lips.

It was a smile sharp as a blade.

“Of course, I’d be glad to see you—if you hadn’t come so unexpectedly.”

“Duchess, that’s…”

“So, the reason you came to see me so abruptly… Is it really about Liliana?”

As if she didn’t want to hear any excuses, Anriche smoothly cut off Lady Ivan’s response with her gentle voice.

Lady Ivan’s expression tightened.

At that moment, the Duchess of Sachsen interjected into the conversation once again.

“Right, I insisted that she come with me.”

“I believe I already replied that I need time to think.”

Anriche narrowed her eyes.

“This isn’t just any matter; it’s about finding a tutor for a child.”

“Exactly, that’s why I brought Lady Ivan along to help alleviate your concerns.”