Lord Harrison Turner's expression grew even more sour upon Madam Layla's invitation. He stared at her with intense fury and demanded, "Lady Layla, you're well aware of the reason we're here at your doorstep. Are you pretending not to know? What game are you playing?"
Madam Layla responded with a feigned innocence, a smile on her lips. "Lord Harrison, I'm afraid I don't quite understand what you're getting at. Why would I know the purpose of your sudden visit? It's rather perplexing."
Internally, Madam Layla couldn't help but scoff at Lord Harrison's attempt to manipulate the situation. She knew very well why he had come, and his intentions were quite clear. However, she maintained her façade of confusion.