Dahlia might have the backing of Regulus Nicholson, but the patriarch in Glenstead was too far away from Balerno to pose any threat.

"Oh, it shouldn't be a problem if she's nothing special." Nelson chuckled. "She'd better not show up! If she ever does, I'll make it tough on her!" It was simply ridiculous for a person who wasn't rich or powerful to demand money from him.

"Lord Horst, I'll have to trouble you for this. When it's done, I'll send you a gift." Hank bowed to Nelson.

"Haha! Not a pr