Charles carried himself with such dignity that the servant recognized him as an important guest and attended to him diligently.

Renata frowned and said, "Use the Lipton tea for Charles. The Earl Grey tea is reserved for Kian Carter."

He retorted, "So I'm below someone now? What kind of relationship do you have with Kian? Have you two been doing the unspeakable things?"

Renata completely ignored him. She leaned back on the sofa and dialed a number. When the call connected, her voice was soft a