Chapter 254: Playing by the Poolside

But, what is she? What right does she have to feel pain, to hurt?

Perhaps, to him, she is nothing more than a mistress whom he supports financially. What vanity or freedom can she even speak of?

Still, mistresses are usually given a generous monthly allowance. What about her? At best, she's given a place to live and food to eat!

Thinking about it makes her feel undervalued.

"Lady," Mrs. Noelle approached as Emily sat pensive by the poolside lounge chair."It's time for breakfast."

The warm smile of Mrs. Noelle was a comfort to her, akin to a gentle appeasement of a mother to her child–irresistible to behold.

Looking at her, Emily's mood lifted significantly.

She hadn't eaten since last night and felt rather hungry. There was no need to starve herself over a man!

From now on, she decided to clearly define some things!

She is just a mistress kept by Baron Stuart! So, she needed to maintain some "ownership" that a mistress should enjoy!