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

scone that she was not invited to eat.

Agatha draped in rose-colored silk, holding out the parchment with a smile that barely stretched past her teeth. “The Duke of Westland has written, Norah,” Agatha had lied, her voice dripping with artificial sweetness.

“He seeks a bride of quiet disposition. I have replied on your behalf. You are to go to Rookwood continue reading …