Janet watched Walid approach with crossed arms, the look on her face mirroring Nick's.
"Your Majesty," Walid said, bowing deeply to Nick once he finally reached them. "Is there something else you need from me? Anything else I can do for you or ahhh…out future Luna?" Walid stumbled over the words, probably wondering if it was O.K. to call her that.
"Yes, Walid," the king said, his voice cold. "I understand that you refused to let Janet use a car from the palace. Is that true?"
Walid looked down, not meeting his king's eyes. "Yes, Your Majesty. I'm sorry, but it's against palace policy to let anyone borrow a car and there was a ban in the system against her name."
Nick's expression darkened.
"Get one thing clear, Walid," Nick snarled. "Janet does not need to borrow what is already he
