“I fear I cannot escape the state any longer.” Richard leaned against the squabs with his hands folded casually across his middle. “I’d had the notion of paying you a call after I visited Adel.”Ī dark brow lifted. His eyes glowed with approval and something far gentler that she was unable to interpret. I’ll take directions from her on where to start.” I’m aware she’s become patron to several underfunded charities. “I’d intended to call upon Adel this afternoon. She could not imagine how to start and hoped that at least conversations with the right ear would open doors. I’ll do everything in my power to gain interest for your charities.” There had never been a worthier employment for her intellect and time. He lowered his hand, and she felt bereft of his warmth. I never expected you to visit this side of town, but I am damned glad you came.” Settling into his seat, he leaned forward and skimmed his thumb over the curve of her cheeks so tenderly a lump formed in her throat. He pulled the blinds tightly closed so her presence within his carriage would not be noted by any of London’s gossips. The carriage rocked and swayed, taking her away from the cold, ugly streets of London. Richard assisted Evie into the parked carriage, tapped on the door, and the equipage lurched into motion.
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