~ Sixteen - Season IV ~

Horrified, James’ eyes widened.

Carefully, James placed his fingers on the table. In a low voice, he replied, “Please, do not tell me that this Benjamin that you mentioned–”

“Is the prince of Eastern Sun?” I finished James’ question. “Unfortunately, you are correct.”

James slammed his fists on the table. The loud thud echoed throughout the entire room. “Be very wise about your assumptions, Robert,” James gritted through his teeth. His brows furrowed and his eyes squinted. He continued, “For a maid to be suspect is already unbelievable in itself. But, to accuse the son of our greatest ally is a monstrosity!”

“My accusations are valid, James,” I replied.

“And what are those, may I ask?”

I took a deep breath and explained, “Mallory hates Laura because I chose Laura. Benjamin hates me because Laura chose me. It only makes sense that they will try and make things harder for me.”

“Have you asked Mallory about this?” James asked.

“Nana Olsa is still looking for her. I am still hoping