SHE DANCED ALONE IN THE EMPTY BALLROOM AFTER MIDNIGHT-UNAWARE THE DUKE WAS WATCHING

remains for another three days; lines would be a shame if he saw wilted lilies.”

“Yes, aunt.”

“And the linens for his room are to be changed at once. He is a particular man.”

“Yes, aunt.”

“And do keep out of his way, my dear. He has come to look at Petra. It would not do for him to see the poor cousin lurking in every hall.”

Vivien did not answer, pouring continue reading …