"I don't understand," Calista muttered to herself while staring at the sea from the balcony of her room. "It wasn't even the first time," she added, and let out a deep sigh.
"Wait… Could it be that he's a virgin?"
Lola's ears perked up when she heard the lady's remark. She had been quiet while preparing the table for Calista's afternoon tea when the lady started talking to herself.
"My lady, please mind your language. I can't imagine what would happen to you if the duchess heard what you just said," the maid muttered while shaking her head. "The table is ready. Please take a seat and I'll pour you some tea," she added and pulled a chair for the lady.
"I just don't understand," Calista said and sat down. "It's not like we never did it before, Lola. We already kissed, so what's the big deal?"