“Well, if he’s important to you, then he’s important to me,” Ethan said, draping an arm around her shoulders. “I can’t wait to meet him.”
She smiled and kissed his cheek gently.
“He’ll be here any minute.”
“Should we put this food in the parlor?” One of the maids asked. “Miss Montague and Master Matthew had left and went out back to do some sparring and defense practice.”
Irene nodded.
“The parlor would be great,” she agreed.
The maids grabbed a platter each and scurried to the parlor just as the sound of the doorbell rang through the villa.
Irene perked up, a large smile on her lips as she turned to face Ethan.
“He’s here,” she said, grabbing his hand. “Let’s go!”
Together, they walked into the front foyer where a few gamma warriors were stationed. Adam had the door open
