The Rooftop Charade

Beatrice's face stiffened at Declan's words, his question leaving her both angry and embarrassed.

She was embarrassed because he was questioning her judgment.

She was angry because, as his mother, she felt it was her right to arrange his marriage. His question clearly showed he didn't regard her authority.

However, Beatrice knew this was not the time to argue with Declan.

Taking a deep breath, she