Blaine's POV

As she walked into the study, I tried to keep my nerves at bay. I alone knew the plans I had for her tonight. She had given me the upper hand in this case. She needed someone to guide her while she followed, as she seemed to make twisted decisions at every turn. I had gotten a call from Mrs Bernado, warning to be careful with my family secrets. Mr Charles had played the recorded call to me. It was all there.

There's only one way to punish an erring young woman who seemed to have her head high up in the clouds, and that is the way...