Tanya was definitely no fool, but she was not as sharp as a tack either.

Not able to read between the lines—especially against a sly old fox like Bernard, she even nodded respectfully. "You're too kind, Mr. Arnault. Your islands have been famous for so long, I've been looking forward to visiting them for a long time. Naturally, I can't bother you over little old me, but I didn't think you'd be here yourself. Talk about a coincidence!"

Bernard laughed. "The Oskians call it fate, and it's what b