Chapter 45

• Kevin's head shook so vigorously in response to Noel's teasing threat that it seemed as though it might detach from his neck. "No need for drastic measures," he said, his voice filled with mock fear. "I think I'll just wait until the day of the coronation. I'm quite fond of my manhood and eyes, thank you."
• Their shared laughter echoed through the chamber, a moment of levity before they exited and made their way towards the waiting car at the palace entrance. Kevin turned to Noel, scratching his head in a gesture of mild embarrassment. "I apologize, but we have another stop to make before we can return to the palace. We need to visit K&C subsidiaries this morning. They've completed the corrections and are ready to ship the product. They just need your final approval."
• Noel's brows furrowed in irritation. "What about my dinner plans? Are you seriously telling me this now?"