Cole watched as Victoria retreated inside the mansion. He still wanted to speak to her, but Cole knew he wouldn't get anywhere with Victoria tonight.
While Cole was glad this maid gave Victoria reason to speak to him again, he was not happy with how Victoria felt.
No one was to be blackmailed inside his home.
Cole returned inside after giving Victoria time to hide away in her bedchamber. He went to the head maid to find the maid named Faye.
Soon, Faye was directed to the gardens to meet with Cole.
Faye's smile fell when she noticed a carriage was waiting for her. She looked around for Victoria, but when the carriage door opened, it was only Cole seated inside.
"Get inside before anyone sees you," Cole ordered Faye. "Your bags are already packed for you to leave."
"I am to be paid," said Faye.
