The first thing I'd thought about was Isobel. She wouldn't have minded. Hell, she'd probably encourage it, given that whole thing about threesomes the other day. But… would her family see it that way…?
That was stupid. I was overthinking this. So was Lyra! She was just being dramatic. There was absolutely no truth to what she was saying.
Right…?
The meal wound down, plates cleared by silent servants, including Savrah, who avoided my side of the table like it was cursed. Conversation shifted to Estate matters that didn't concern Lyra and me, but then Lord Greaves turned to me, his eyes sharp under bushy brows.
"So, Lloyd. What's next for House May? I know my little girl wasn't going to make the sale easy, but now that the House is yours, any plans you're willing to share?"
