Daphne’s pov
Why the hell is he stopping? My eyes follow Miles’ gaze, and the moment I see them, my stomach drops.
Aunt and Thea.
What the hell are they doing here?
“You’re both back from your honeymoon already?” Grandfather’s voice breaks through the tense air as his gaze settles on them. Miles steps forward, and I follow a step behind.
“Daphne, your aunt and sister came to keep me company,” he adds with a smile. “I guess your good nature runs in the family.”
If only he knew how vile these people truly are.
Aunt steps forward, her expression carefully schooled into something polite. “Daphne, I’m sorry I didn’t inform you that I’d be visiting. I realized we never got the chance to meet the most influential man in the country—and he’s your in-law.” She smiles, but I can see the mask
