Excerpt from The Governess -- Chapter 18:
After his busy journey to the city, Creighton always enjoyed a break. But tea with this most beautiful of companions was proving to be uncomfortable. Why, he asked himself. She was stunning, clever, and a darling companion. And her escort was entertaining enough. However…
Creighton pushed his unpleasant thoughts aside, intent upon the day ahead. He had business to attend to—the reason for being in London—and he and the Marquis of Southwickshire must be off. Very soon.
And very soon again, he would see her in Dunfordshire. Of course, he would make time for her, he said. She was, after all, one of his closest neighbors. They had been friends for over a decade, in fact.
How very demanding society can be, Creighton thought. Still, he must be attentive. His mother would expect it. He would not disappoint such a devoted parent.
As this lady daintily sipped her tea, her thoughts, however, were much more eagerly engaged.
All her carefully laid plans must come to fruition.
This time…
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After all her plans! He was gone! To London of all places!
Fraught with frustration and gloom, she was inconsolable. Even her companion could not soothe her.
When would he return? When would they be invited over? She must call again immediately upon his return.
Why was he always so elusive?
Ellise
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