Asher glanced at William, expecting him to reprimand her. His uncle wasn't one to tolerate any form of insolence from servants but William simply raised his brow, a smug smile on his lips. “Yes, Catherine?”
Asher's mouth fell open in shock. What in the world was happening?”
“I came to inform you that Ambassador Solvier just arrived and he wishes to speak with you,” the girl said, her head bowed, eyes lowered, but there was a faint mischief dancing on her lips. Like she found addressing William in such a respectable way a funny affair.
“Damn that man,” William groaned, dragging a palm down his face. He looked up and shot the girl a warm smile, piquing Asher's curiosity even more. “Ah, thank you, Catherine. Asher, care to join me?”
“Uh,” Asher babbled, hesitating. “I dunno...”
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