Now in such a place, most conversations would go unnoticed as a form of courtesy, but even the most harmless sounding lines would sound all too impactful when heard by particular ears.
Like the Duke, who had overheard everything and was currently being physically restrained by as many staff members as possible.
"My son!" he burst out, somewhere between panic and disbelief. "Children?! You're looking to have children?!"
"Oh! Papa! Hello!" Luca greeted brightly, as if this wasn't a crisis. Then he scratched his cheek, a little shy. "Maybe after graduating… or when we're more prepared."
He paused, thinking it through as he spoke.
"I just thought it would be nice," he added softly. "At first, I was worried about being a good provider for any little ones, but I think that's solved now."
