“And why is that?” Her bottom lip protruded slightly, as if she might begin to pout at any moment.
“Because, you just refused that other gent over there, the tall one with the large teeth, and that means you must not dance with anyone else until this song is over.”
Kit folded her arms and studied him. “Well, this song shall end momentarily, and then, I will be available once again.”
“Katrinetta, you know I’m working.” As much as he wanted to spin her around the dance floor, Rona watched them still.
“And you know that I will not give up until you ask me to dance.” She glanced over his shoulder, her eyes narrowing slightly. “Unless, of course, you’d rather dance with that servant girl. What’s her name? The blonde?”
He turned to see Blankka still had her eyes on him. “I’m not sure,” he l
