17In his study, Harry had Kate pour brandy. Celi brought him his secure phone. At least, Kate noted, she was naked, too. “Jezebel just forwarded this encrypted message from the baron, Master.”
“So soon? Read it, child.”
“It reads: ‘To HH – Congrats on caper – excellent work! Looking forward to sharing our pets soon. Yours, BdC.’ Shall I tell Jeannie to reply?”
“No. Get me Jez, please. And ask the captain to give us a few more minutes.” He finished drying Kate’s hair. “If the baron is pleased, babygirl, we’ll have his backing on our next project.”
“I’m so happy for you, Master,” Kate said, causing Harry to lean over and kiss her. He took the phone from Celi.
“Yes, thanks, Jez. Yes, she’s fine, thanks.” He laughed. “Yes, your Daddy and I are fine, too. ‘Feliz’? No idea, sweetness. He’s
