Chapter 194
The passage begins with a confusing and poorly written sentence. It's difficult to understand the intended meaning. Significant editing is needed to make sense of it. The following sections attempt to reconstruct the likely intended meaning.
Possible Interpretation of the Initial Sentences:
"Porter Quraithe, more than paying with Google's newer technology, it was just a show for the organization."
The following is based on the rest of the text. It is difficult to completely correct without more context.
Eleanor hosted a large banquet today, including the Warren family. Aurora (217) was absent. Since Burrant learned about another matter (The following sentences are unintelligible and require significant context or rewriting.)
However, Rebecca attended with Ayala, Bryan, and Serena. Eleanor's invitation implied a suitable gift; quietude allowed them to preserve (The sentence is incomplete and needs context.)
Naturally, Phoebe had personal reasons for attending. She hedged against offending distinguished guests, anticipating potential conflicts with other families.
Subsequent Text (Corrected and Improved):
Guests at Eleanor's birthday banquet were wealthy or noble. Despite the scandal surrounding the Warren family due to Aurora, Rebecca still attended with her daughter-in-law and children. Surrounded by influential figures, Rebecca felt insignificant.
Looking at the well-dressed guests, she recalled her family's former glory. The splendor of her marriage had been fleeting, like fireworks. Her past prominence was etched in her heart; she longed for a return to those heights.
Unfortunately, her husband was weak, and her eldest son mediocre. Only her second son, Barrett, had married the then-Marquis of Northwatch's daughter.
Who could have anticipated that shortly after Carissa's marriage, the Sinclair family would be annihilated? Lacking strong male heirs, and with Melanie gone, all Carissa could offer was wealth.
So, when Barrett, with his military achievements, sought to marry Aurora, they saw a future filled with the glory Rebecca desired, while Carissa was discarded. Yet, fate rarely aligns with one's wishes.
Hector was posthumously honored with the title of Duke, and Carissa became the legitimate daughter of a Duke. She achieved military merit and earned widespread acclaim.
In contrast, Aurora, in whom Rebecca had high hopes, not only failed to achieve any merit but was also punished, damaging Barrett's reputation.
Rebecca's heart was a reservoir of grievances. At the birthday banquet, she led her daughter-in-law and children to pay their respects to Eleanor. She assumed Eleanor had invited them out of respect for Barrett, and planned to present a gift, then socialize with other ladies in the garden.
Observing the ladies' gazes, Rebecca noted a lack of warmth. Despite outward politeness, their eyes showed indifference and disdain.
Just as she was about to retreat, Eleanor gently asked, "Rebecca, I've heard your health hasn't been good. How are you faring now?"
Rebecca was taken aback. How did Eleanor know about her health issues? It wasn't entirely surprising, as Amelia had once visited the physician's office on her behalf.
Feeling surprised and flattered, Rebecca responded, "Thank you for your concern, Your Highness. I am much better now."
Lounging comfortably, Eleanor smiled. "You're about my age. How could your health be so poor? I've heard your former daughter-in-law cared for you day and night. She must be quite devoted."
The original text contained numerous spelling errors, grammatical inconsistencies, and fragmented sentences. This revised version attempts to reconstruct a coherent narrative, but significant portions remain ambiguous due to the original text's poor quality. More context is needed for a complete and accurate rewrite.