Chapter 558 - Five Hundred And Fifty-eight: Anabelle Found Her Niche (1/2)

The third point of view:

Jacqueline was smart, Isabelle had to give her that. The woman had gotten under her skin in such a way that no one except Niklaus had done. At last, she met a worthy opponent.

Unlike Jacqueline's thought, Isabella was not distressed by the situation, rather she was excited. It was not every day that she - Isabella - got to see someone who matched her wits. It was exhilarating, Isabella wondered who would win.

Psychopath.

Pedro was tempted to use that word on his girlfriend. Yes, his crazy girlfriend, Isabella. Unlike normal people who will become downcast by such a flop in their plan, it motivated Isabella. She was the type who never gave up until she got what she wanted, hence this challenge from Jacqueline thrilled her. He would see it.

”The napkin!” Anabelle realized, the thought crossing her mind. Unlike the others, she was the only one who was mildly brought up decently. She had always been a proper lady.

”Thank God, you are not all barbarians,” Jacqueline said, hopping over to Neon's side and picked one of the napkins saying, ”Always place your napkin on your lap... ” she helped Neon with his, ”Before you begin eating, unfold your napkin and place it across your lap. This way no food will drop onto your clothing while you are eating. You should never tuck your napkin into the front of your shirt or dress when engaging in a fine dining experience, you don't want to embarrass yourself in front of the queen and the other guest,” she told them.

”Oh,” some of them nodded in understanding. However, did she have to go as far as taking away their soup? It was so unfair.

Jacqueline continued amid their grumbles, ”Place the napkin on your chair any time you leave the table temporarily. At the end of your meal, neatly fold the napkin and set it to the left of your setting,” she instructed, and they followed her actions without delay.

”Royalty,” Isabella snorted with disdain. Why go through such a rigorous process just to have a meal? Such strange people.

”Commence with your meal,” Jacqueline announced and the kids stared at one another unsure of what to do. It was obvious that the woman was playing a smart game with them and none of them wanted to be a victim.

Although Jacqueline took away the soup, there was still quite a feast on the table. This was the royal palace and meals here were served up to six courses.

”You don't want to eat?”Jacqueline asked when no one made a move,” If that's the case, I wouldn't mind moving into the next lesson of the day,” the delight on her face told them all she enjoyed their dilemma.

”Hey, ” Anabelle whispered, drawing their attention, ”I got this, just watch me,” She told them.

Suddenly, Anabelle who had never been ”significant” in their group became the center of attention as she showed them how to use the cutlery in the proper order.

”There are three sets of cutlery around your plate,” Anabelle made a demonstration using hers, ”Forks will be positioned to the left of your plate (with salad forks furthest to the left and dinner forks closest to your plate), knives will be to the right of your plate, and spoons will be above your plate or to the right of the knives. Always work your way inwards with each dish. This means that the cutlery positioned farthest from your plate should be used for the first course,” she explained animatedly to them.

Meanwhile, a smile made its way across Julie's features as he watched his girlfriend demonstrate. He always knew Anabelle was special and would find her place one day and she sure did.