This topic was a very tender one, something that managed to make even the always cheeky Feng become overwhelmed with emotions.
Quinlan finally released Rosie's cheeks, only to ruffle her leafy hair with his palm.
Rosie instantly puffed out her chest, her smug little grin announcing that yes, this was the natural order of things. She was the only daughter, the princess!
But Felicity could only gawk in pure bewilderment. "H-How can that be? How can Lord Black even sire such a… such a unique girl?! I might be bad at biology, but even I know that it shouldn't happen, no matter what!"
Feng opened her mouth once again, eager to flaunt some insider knowledge, only to freeze. She realized, with dawning shock, that she had no clue herself. Her brows furrowed. She turned to Quinlan.
The princess mirrored her, violet eyes narrowing. Both girls now stared at him like inquisitors demanding confession.
Quinlan chuckled dryly, rubbing the back of his neck. "That… is a story for another time."
