Ronan rolled his eyes at the mention of Declan. Adam was right, he knew, but he didn't like it. His brother would nose around his business either way, but if he went in the coach, it was less likely that he'd be naggy about it.

Sighing, "Fine, we'll take the coach." Which meant that they were headed toward where the coaches were kept rather than the main road. It was disappointing that they'd have to drag a driver along with them, but it could be worse.

When Adam mentioned his belongings, Ronan turned his eyes on the other man. No, he didn't relish the thought of the maids pawing through his belongings, reporting everything he found to Delcan. And they would.

"I don't trust anyone else," he said flatly. "There are some things I'd rather not have Declan know about."