Chapter 69
Peter happened upon the tail end of their conversation entirely by accident, passing through the guest wing corridor on his way toward a meeting with his father regarding final ceremony logistics, when Chase's quiet voice drifted through the partially open door.
"...considerably more resourceful than you give yourself credit for," he heard Chase saying, warmth evident even through the thin barrier of the door.
Peter paused instinctively, some old habit of caution making him slow his steps rather than continue past entirely, curiosity getting the better of him despite his better judgment.
"I don't know how to properly thank you," he heard Callie's voice next, quiet but clearly emotional. "You've done so much these past weeks. The correspondence, standing up for me against Row
