She had been under the impression that of all the children, Darius and Pearl were closest. Was he willing to practically cut his half-sister off this easily? Well, who knew what Darius really felt towards his sister or anyone. He had been a recluse for these past few years.

She sighed. "That would be an option, if she'd be willing to let go of any Carrington connections and rights. But the scandal, Darius... The scandal she's already caused. Just think of the scandal if a perceived Carrington were to get pregnant with some slum dweller's child. Oh..." She put her hand on her heart. "It's too much for me. The sleepless nights she's given me."