At another time, perhaps, Eponine would realise that Orc was upset. At another time, she might have cared. As it was, for now, her voice became acidic.

"Howard deserves everything he gets, and more, Monsieur. He is a nasty boy."

Once more, she lowered her glass shard, and tucked it into the belt of Lottie's gown that she wore.

"He is awful. Has he told you what he called me? He is HORRIBLE, believe me."