Table for Guests of Honor
Arthur still didn't know what to think of Eliza. While his initial impression was that she was a danger to the Drummonds and killing her would be the most practical path, he now believed there might be another way. She might be smart enough for a deal, or perhaps something more.
That thought, the fact of Eliza being interesting, made him more comfortable interacting amicably with her, resulting in him flirting without even realizing it.
But everyone around noticed it, generating distinct reactions: Aria felt a familiar bitter taste in her mouth, while Margaret wasn't really used to such feelings.
Josephine was a bit surprised and even pleased, as was Eliza, but her brothers were the opposite. While Tobias was concerned behind Preston, his older brother felt his blood boil with pure hatred and frustration, and, of course, a lot of jealousy and envy.
"Sister?" Preston looked at Eliza with an inquisitive and upset expression.