“She stared at Sebastian’s retreating back, her mind a jumble of confusion. What was going on? Why had he left her? Did he no longer find her appealing, desirable? Or was it something about being back in his boyhood home that caused this puzzling behavior? Whatever the cause, the result was sheer disappointment. Eleanor slowly opened the bedchamber door and went inside, shutting it with a resounding thud. Sinking onto the edge of a chair, she rubbed the bridge of her nose, trying to make sense o...f what was happening. There was a sound at her chamber door, a soft knock. Eleanor’s heart quickened. With a sigh of relief, she raced to the door and yanked it open. “I knew you had to be teasing—” She quieted instantly when she found herself standing face to face with Mrs. Florid. “Good evening, my lady.” The servant dropped a hasty curtsy. “I was wondering if you required any assistance, seeing as how your maid isn’t here and all.” “What happened to Lucy?” Eleanor asked, referencing the chambermaid who had assisted her earlier with her bath and dressing for dinner.MoreLessRead More Read Less
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