Catherine hastily changed into a light, appropriate blouse and trousers in the inner suite before the two of them hurried out of her boudoir.
Many of the maids in the mansion stealthily cast curious glances their way, but when Byron looked back, they immediately scattered and avoided his gaze.
Through the real-time surveillance of the Golden Law, he heard all their thoughts and the words they had just spoken, crystal clear:
"Did you hear? The Governor and the Earl's daughter seemed to be having quite a fierce battle."
"A full three hours! How impressive. Could this be the power of a Second Order expert?"
"..."
