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I think you forgot the hierarchical order of nobility. She refused to go out anymore to not be put in compromising situations. That girl is a crown princess candidate with a very powerful backing while she's only a baron.
She could've just spilled it on herself as a way to excuse herself but whatever makes the story more dramatic ig
Very cliche ngl; The mc knew that the other lady was dangerous yet she was still planning on drinking the tea. I have zero standards though so I'll keep reading lol