Laurel was not happy to see Harriet's pretty face that in her opinion, was too conspicuous. She didn’t look like a local, and there was a strange mature charm to her smile.
She felt lucky that this woman was married and not a noble. That meant Harriet couldn't be compared to her, as she was still young and unmarried. Most important of all, Laurel was also a noble daughter.
Reverend Derek wouldn't be interested in her, would he?
The second Laurel said her name, Harriet knew immediately who the young woman was. She was the daughter of Viscount Obsidian, one of the vassals of the Almandine Duchy who was in charge of Port City.
She heard that this girl had rejected many marriage proposals from other nobles and had a religious reputation, having often attended church.
She just smiled and bowed her head calmly, then turned to leave after saying, “I'm sorry if I did something that was not pleasing to you, Miss. I ask permission to leave."