“It doesn’t really seem like their style, honestly.” Autumn laughs. “Please. Everyone knows what they really are.” “Oh?” I arch an eyebrow. “And what exactly are they?” “Thugs.” She crosses her arms, eying me distastefully. “Payne’s well-kept flunkies. The only thing special about this year’s Lords is that his son is one of them.” “Excuse me?” I ask, wondering what Daniel has to do with any of this. Sutton shrugs, looking bored as she inspects her fingernails. “It’s like the Duchess said. Daniel Payne is a King. He pulls all their strings.” Marigold jumps in to add, “There’s nothing elite
...more
