In the third-floor study, Arthur put aside the gift that Stephen brought and invited him to play a game of chess. Since Stephen couldn't see the board, he would simply say which move to make, and Yvonne would move the chess pieces. By now, the game was at its climax. As an observer, Yvonne was watching every move they made with great interest.

This was her first time meeting Arthur, and she found him to be much more dignified and imposing than Xavier's flippant personality. Despite being in hi