Charlotte: Fated to the White Dragon
And though I hate to admit it, it’s the kind of flutter I once thought I’d have for Cameron.
His Uncle meets my eyes and returns that same calm smile. Then, with practiced elegance, he stretches out his hand, and I take it briefly.
“I’m Mr. Black,” he says, voice smooth as polished oak. “It’s a pleasure to meet you, Charlotte.”
He turns away before I can stammer anything back, and the cockatoo hops from his shoulder to a sofa like it knows its way around. Mr. Black follows in long, measured strides, every movement of his is dignified, almost rehearsed.