CHAPTER SEVEN
I whipped my head around to stare in confusion at the entrance as Percy and Arthur showed curiosity mixed with irritation. Percy strode toward me, and I scooted back to allow him plenty of room. He reached the door and flung it open to reveal the courtyard.
And Duncan.
My handsome guardian’s bright eyes flickered between my face and Percy’s frown before he slightly inclined his head to my host. “Good morning, Percy.”
Percy returned the gesture, though with more stiffness. “Good morning, Duncan. What brings you here?”
Duncan nodded at me. “I went to fetch Adi from Eva’s home and was informed that she was here.” His gaze invariably found its way to the wagging-tailed pup in my arms, and he lifted an eyebrow. “I don’t recall leaving you with a chaperon.”
I gave him
