If she didn't lend an ear to Harold, he might resort to drastic measures...

Five minutes later, Rena found herself seated with Harold in the tea room of the reception area.

Harold personally brewed a cup of Mandheling coffee for Rena. Then, in a gentle tone, he inquired, “How many sugar cubes would you Like?"

“Just one."

Placing the sugar cube delicately into the cup, Harold handed the coffee to Rena, taking a seat opposite her.