Chapter 14 An Outsider

• Willard's expression turned dark and grim.
• After a moment, he steadied himself, putting on the demeanor of a family head, his tone softening. "Charmaine, I understand that the birthday banquet and the earlier misunderstanding may have upset you, and you're a little unpleasant. What can I do to make it up to you? A new handbag? A dress?"
• As he spoke, he gestured for the butler to return Charmaine's luggage to her room.