When Sofia entered the mansion, she was welcomed by a bear hug from Julie. "Welcome, Sofia," said Julie enthusiastically, happiness overflowing in her gentle green eyes.

Sofia responded gently to Julie as they made their way to her room.

Upon entering, Sofia was surprised by the pink Barbie princess theme of the whole room, designed with tender pink colors, showing how much the Feng family pampers Julie.

"She truly lives like a princess," thought Sofia while inspecting the room.

Julie and Sofia soon relaxed on her bed, the room filled with their laughter and giggles.

"Sofia, can I tell you something?" Suddenly, Julie asked with hesitation. "Sure," said Sofia with a calm tone.

"Is being innocent a crime, do you think? Because I was innocent. I have lived my life as a princess, unaware of the world's troubles, but I genuinely wanted to have friends.

However, all those who wanted to befriend me were after my family connections and power. Because of this, I have kept my distance from people, but I still wanted friends.

That's why when a sweet girl around me wanted to be friends, I agreed. She was genuinely good to me and never asked about my family or used me.

So, I innocently thought that I finally had a true friend. But she, for a little money, sold my information to our rival company, which caused my kidnapping.

I still remember her face when she said that she never considered me a friend; she was just pretending to get close to me.

After that incident, I closed my heart, but I still wanted to make friends.

I know there are good people living in the world; not all people will have ill intentions for making friends.

That's why I again ask you, Sofia, genuinely, will you be my friend?" Julie anxiously waited for Sofia's reply, her eyes calm but deep down anxious.

"Yes, Julie, I will be your friend, and being innocent is not a crime. The bad people are the ones who should be punished.

So stop tormenting yourself, Julie, with your past. The Julie I know is optimistic, lively, and full of happiness." Julie got shy with Sofia's praise and changed the topic.

"Oh, I forgot. Today, my brother is also bringing his friend. They might be here anytime.

Let's go down; I will introduce you to my brother." When Sofia and Julie went down, they were greeted by Julie's brother, Feng Hui.

He was a handsome man with a well-built body, muscles visible through his clothes. He had the temperament of a gentleman, his green eyes holding a kind of charm that could drown a person's soul. He had curly brown hair.

"Hi, Sofia. I have heard a lot about you from Julie. Nice to finally meet you," said Feng Hui while scrutinizing Sofia.

"Hello, Mr. Feng. I am also pleased to meet you," Sofia responded calmly and confidently. Her eyes were clear; she did not shift her gaze when Feng Hui scrutinized her, which made him relax his guard against Sofia.

He was satisfied with Sofia and impressed with her temperament, which was calm and composed at such a young age.

"Well, this is my friend, Christ Roy. He will be having dinner at our home today," Feng Hui shifted and introduced Christ, who was standing behind him.

Only after listening to him did they finally notice someone else behind Feng Hui.

Christ was busy on his phone when Feng Hui called him; only then did he look at his surroundings.

He was surprised by the sight of Sofia but soon became calm and nodded at Sofia and Julie as a sign of greeting, pretending perfectly as if this was the first time he saw Sofia.

Sofia was amused by Christ's act and also acted as if this was the first time they were meeting.