Both Liana and Gloria wore smiles that were serene on the surface… but carried the sharp edge of danger beneath.
"Now… Second Wife~" Liana spoke softly, her voice smooth as silk, but her words barbed.
"What is it, First Wife~" Gloria replied, her tone calm, lilting, but edged with the same sharpness.
"As the First Wife, it is my privilege to accompany our Young Master to this important event," Liana said with grace, her smirk deepening.
Gloria's eyes glittered as she leaned slightly closer. "Ara ara~ my, my… it seems you've forgotten something, Miss First Wife. This is a matter of rule and duty. So it is equally my right, as Second Wife, to attend at his side."
The air between them all but crackled. Sparks flashed in the invisible space that separated their eyes.
Both continued to smile, both arms folded neatly, both refusing to look away.
