C115 Legacy of Lies

DESTINY

Have I walked into the lion’s den? The dimly lit room cast a foreboding shadow over Lord Barring-ton, who appeared more like a defeated lion than the king of the jungle.

“I can’t stay long. I have guests over to celebrate James’ birthday.”

He turned a bewildered face to mine. “What? You’re celebrating his birthday?”

“Yes, is that news to you?” I retorted, somewhat sarcastically