made up my mind on a different matter.”
Petra sat up straighter on the sofa, looking at him with bright, hopeful eyes, but he did not look at her. “I will call at 11:00 tomorrow morning to say my proper farewells,” the Duke noted. “I would ask that Miss Ashkam be present.”
The room was silent. Her aunt tried to smile. “Miss Ashkam? My niece, Your Grace?continue reading …