“The … The marriage. They want the late viscount’s wealth … King Matthias and Lord Piereva are angry that the viscountess has amassed so much wealth that remains solely under her control. They wish to find a means to seize these funds so that they can do what they see fit with it.” The spy looked down at the pommel of his saddle, looking deeply uncomfortable. “Charles, you don’t need to soften the news by referring to me as though the viscountess is someone else.” Slowly, the hood lowered, and Annika Jenoure stared at her brother with a mix of pity and love.
