“There's nothing wrong with watching TV," Anthony pointed out. "But doing so while lying down is harmful to the eyes."

“I'm sorry," Maria murmured. She lowered her head and glanced at Anthony like a wounded dog.

Betsey stifled a gasp.

So Maria was simply enjoying watching TV, after all! Why did she even make up that excuse about learning how to act just now?

Just like that, Betsey's impression of Maria's enigmatic persona crumbled.