"You're not his parent; you've never acted like one."
"Hell, I've known him for about a month and I'm certain I know more regarding him than you do, and he's your son," she said flatly.
"Look at Countess Clarisse," she added.
"There's hundreds and hundreds of more things she would rather do than be here, stuck in an arranged marriage with your son who doesn't seem willing either."
"I speak for everyone in the room when I say no one has any idea why they're here when there are other things they could be doing."
"Take me for an example."
"I came here to support a friend," Sophia said, gazing thoughtfully at Clarisse, who shot her an appreciative smile.
"Not be interrogated as to where me and Nicholas' relationship currently stands. Frankly, that's none of your business," Sophia said, putting Carter in his place.
