Chapter 40

Vivienne and Silas walked side by side in the hallway that led up to the banquet hall.

Silas, who had been a dignified and proud gentleman outside only moments ago, had now transformed completely into a docile little puppy—all smiles and adoring glances at Vivienne.

"I can't believe those people from the Blackwoods dared to bully you like that!" He grumbled. "The next time they do it, I definitely