Chapter 24 Eyes That Begin To Open

"No trouble at all," Oriana cut in, smiling. "I brought Gareth—and two guards. Both served under His Grace on the battlefield. They've carried broadswords heavier than this. A few ledgers will be no problem."

Beatrix's face went pale. It wasn't subtle. Oriana was threatening her.

The trouble was, Briar Hall had only a few maids and matrons—none of them a match for soldiers trained in war.

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