Anna shook her head and reassured Madam Layla, "No need to apologize to us. We too lost track of time due to our conversation."
"You're too kind, Miss Anna. Anyway, let's conclude our discussion for today. It's quite late, and we can continue tomorrow," Madam Layla suggested with a smile.
Julie and Ava exchanged a glance, a silent understanding passing between them. It was as if they were engaged in a personal competition, both determined to win their affections.
In the next moment, the sisters approached Yuan with a subtle blush on their cheeks. A shy smile adorned their lips as they drew nearer to him.
'Given that my big sister has already captured Yuan's heart, I can't afford to back down out of shyness. I need to outshine Julie, even though she's older than me...' Ava resolved inwardly, determined to win Yuan's affection before her elder sister.