Perhaps, he found out about the progress and how Xavier's coming to introduce Diane, told Melanie about it which is why she put out such a law.

'Where is my father at the moment?'

'His study room.'.

'Alert him of my arrival.'

The maid hesitated out of fear of what might happen to her if Melanie finds out first. Xavier sensing that had Jedidiah follow her in.

Diane clasped her hands anxiously. 'Are you sure this is right, Xavier?'.

He pinched the tip of her nose. 'You worry too much.'

Her ...