Her Stepmother Sent Her to the Duke as a Joke – He Offered Her a Chair Before He Said a Word

a shower of sparks up the chimney. “Give it here, then,” he said, holding out his hand without looking at her.

Norah pulled the damp parchment from her reticule and placed it in his palm. His hand was warm, the brief brush of his calloused fingers against hers jarring.

Alistair broke the heavy wax seal with his thumb. He leaned against the mantelpiece,continue reading …