Charlotte’s POV
“We’ll see how your rules make me obey!”
The provocative words fell from my lips as though by accident. I cringed as Kieran’s expression turned grim. His lips curled contemptuously.
“I will watch you obey,” he promised ominously, “Now go.” He pointed down the hallway towards the central staircase.
Dismissed, stomach still rumbling, I exited in the direction he indicated. As I passed by the dining room door, Nora darted out and grabbed my hand. She fell in step with me, tugging me slightly towards the staircase.
“You want to go upstairs?” I asked, glancing down at her. Nora nodded excitedly, biting her lip and swinging my hand. Then suddenly she stopped in her tracks and tugged me to kneel down.
“What is it?” I asked, concerned. Had Sophia done something to her whi
