A Proper Companion
“Tuttle, Iris, and Lottie competed for the attention of footmen to help carry in the packages. Emily watched with some embarrassment as most of the packages were directed to her room. Once again the dowager had been lavish in her generosity, encouraged by the effusive Lady Lavenham. Emily had found some consolation, however, when she discovered that Lady Lavenham was more amenable to her own preferences for simplicity, and was able to temper the dowager's extravagant partialities. The enthusiasm with which Lady Lavenham selected dresses for Emily in preparation for this ball or that rout or Lady So-and-So's musicale left Emily with no doubt that her employer had enlisted her granddaughter's aid in her matchmaking campaign. Although she was still extremely uncomfortable with the dowager's plans, Emily was also aware of the underlying kindness motivating both ladies, and was therefore reluctant to offer any further objections.
She had completely lost count of the number of dresses ordere...d on her behalf.MoreLess
She had completely lost count of the number of dresses ordere...d on her behalf.MoreLess
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