“Thank you. Even if I don’t need your permission, I’m glad to have your approval.” “Oh.” Knigh widened his eyes. “You don’t have that.” At Billy’s face dropping, he couldn’t keep the amusement from his own and burst into more laughter. “You’re a cruel man, Knighton Blackwood.” Billy scowled even as he chuckled. “That Pirate Queen of yours has brought out a wicked streak in you… and maybe even a sense of humour. Albeit a terrible one.”
