“Oh dear, I seem to have put my foot in it,” apologised Fiona, covering her mouth, and trying not to laugh.
“It's all right for you,” groaned William. “I'll never hear the last of it from Sally now.”
“Oh, lord, are you and she?”
William nodded and sighed. “I was, but I don't know how much longer, at this rate.”
“Gosh. I really am sorry.” Fiona looked penitent. “I had no idea.”
“Don't worry, it's not your fault.” William managed half a smile. “It was going to happen sooner or later. I seem fated at the moment.” He looked across in commiseration at the sight of the Prince being besieged by Lady Courtney and a bevy of girls. “It's that Abdulla fellow I feel sorry for – I bet he wished he'd never come.”
“I know, poor man.” She gazed across at the cornered guest in sympathy as he backed n
