“Because of your ‘prank,’ I have received an inconceivable number of maids declaring their support of my love for Peter. The other half of the staff support my torrid relationship with your own person,” Mr. Howard snapped angrily, a small blush rising to his cheeks. “Well, aren’t you popular! Doesn’t it make you feel good that so many care about your happiness and wellbeing? I bet you’ve never spoken to seventy-five percent of the people in this castle before my well-intentioned meddling.” “You’re a pain in the ass that I wouldn’t hesitate to shove down a flight of stairs.” “I am grateful,
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