Chapter 64: Mei Zhou
Few people knew he had reclaimed the Ambrose estate, and fewer still would have reason to call so early in the morning.
He heard muffled voices from the entrance hall. Sera’s clipped, formal tone and another voice, smooth and feminine. Moments later, Sera reappeared at the drawing room doorway, her expression was neutral.
"Lady Mei Zhou of House Zhou requests an audience, Master Grim."
Before Grim could respond, a young woman appeared beside Sera. Lady Mei Zhou was a petite lady. Her dark hair was arranged in an elegant style adorned with jade pins, and her silk robes had a phoniex embroidered into the dress.
"Lord Van Ambrose," she said with a slight bow, her painted lips curving into a smile. "How fortunate to find you settled in already."
Grim made no move to return her bow. "I wasn’t aware we had an appointment, Lady Mei."
"We don’t," she admitted, seemingly unperturbed by his cold reception. "But some opportunities shouldn’t wait for formal invitations."
Sera glanced at Grim, who gave a slight nod. "I’ll bring more tea."
"Please," Grim said, gesturing to the chair opposite his with exaggerated courtesy. "Make yourself comfortable. And tell me how you knew I was here."
Mei settled into the seat. "Information is a valuable commodity, Lord Van Ambrose. I make it my business to stay well-informed."
"Spies, then," Grim said flatly.