Fiona's expression changed instantly. Even Kaelan hadn't expected Caelum to say something like that.
In all of Harbor City, everyone knew Fiona was Kaelan's fiancée. Asking for her like that was nothing less than an open challenge.
Even I felt nervous for Caelum.
"Sorry," Kaelan said calmly, though the tension in the room was obvious. "Fiona doesn't entertain guests. If you don't like Nancy, Lena can bring someone else."
It was a clever move.
If Kaelan replaced me himself, then his test would be completely over. After all, if the guest didn't like me, what did that have to do with me?
But Caelum only smiled faintly, his eyes still fixed on Fiona with a hint of playful arrogance.
"No need to replace anyone," he said lazily. "She's the only one I'm interested in."
I thought Kaelan wo
