Chapter 1717: Mia Lane Takes Action

Catherine appeared with a smile, dressed lavishly, twisting her waist as she entered the hall uninvited. She came to build relationships, and today was the perfect opportunity, especially for topics between women.

Justin Kingston held Mia Lane’s shoulder, gave her a glance, and led her toward Catherine.

Mia understood, immediately recognizing the person’s identity.

"Mrs. Kingston has arrived? Hello, hello!" Catherine quickly approached her, proactively extending her hand, saying with a smile, "On behalf of Lorelei, I welcome you! Welcome!"

"Thank you." Mia also smiled, "I suppose you must be the famous Princess Catherine?" She gracefully shook the woman’s hand.

"Yes. I hope you’re comfortable in this palace. If there’s anything that needs improving, please tell me directly." Catherine was glad; was she really that renowned?

She added, "You and CEO Kingston are both guests of Lorelei, both my friends."

Justin’s lips slightly curved, "Dear, Princess Catherine is warm and hospitable, you’ll surely like her."

"Greetings, Princess. I’ve admired your reputation and often hear my husband speak of you. It’s my honor to meet you today." Mia’s eyes held admiration and awe, "The Princess is truly beautiful and elegant."

"Hahaha, you flatter me." Hearing this made Catherine bloom with joy as she observed the young woman before her, "Mrs. Kingston is young, yet possesses a naturally elegant aura, unmatched by her peers."

"Alright, alright, let’s not rush to compliment each other, come have some tea." Justin invited, "Chat while sipping."

The servants had already brewed the tea, and the air was filled with a hint of the Earl’s tea fragrance.

Everyone sat in their chairs, with Catherine starting casual conversations. Julie stood beside her in companionship.

Through the conversation, Mia gained a more intuitive understanding of Catherine’s personality.

This woman didn’t have much malice, perhaps a bit ambitious, but with limited abilities.

However, the short-haired white-booted woman staying close behind her had far more depth than the naïve Princess.

Mia was naturally smart, having been around Justin for a long time, her judgments were often accurate.

Yes, Mia’s assessment of Catherine was that she was a bit naïve.

From Mia’s perspective, her level was simply weak, so it’s impossible for her to poison the King.

The woman behind the Princess might be the culprit, but she lacks a motive; if the Princess doesn’t order it, how would she dare?

She seems very sincere towards the Princess.

Mia sipped her tea, consistently smiling, responding to Catherine’s words, sometimes talking about fashion, sometimes about travel.

But Mia was quietly thinking, the primary task now is to deliver the antidote to Ian Shelby.

Yet Catherine was like a chatterbox, incessant, making it impossible for her to discuss this with Justin.

"Princess," Mia finally smiled softly interrupting, "Out of courtesy, I should also visit the King. I heard he is unwell."

Catherine was slightly taken aback, sighed lightly, and refused, "He isn’t just sick; to be honest, he is critically ill and near the end of his life, he doesn’t want to see anyone, not even his son."

Julie once again turned her gaze to Mia.

Mia could feel her gaze but did not look at her, she was pondering, she must see Ian, and it must be soon!