Brentwood's Ward
“If Nicholas Brentwood thought she’d allow him a cushy ride home after ruining her life, the insufferable man could just think again. Crouching inside the carriage in a most unladylike fashion, she pulled so hard her fingers were beyond aching—they were numb.Outside, Nicholas bellowed, “For the last time, open this door, or I’ll—”“You’ll what? Choke me like you did Mr. Henley? You can walk. Drive on, Mr. Wilkes!”The carriage didn’t move. Hadn’t Wilkes heard her orders? Maybe her guardian had him... writhing on the ground as well.“Do you have any idea how much attention this is attracting?” Nicholas’s voice was a growl, low, threatening….And likely correct. Horrid man. She could only imagine the onlookers gaping in a semicircle outside the carriage. Theatrics attracted more crowds than a hat sale.But just as in netting a bargain, timing was everything. She tightened her grip. The muscles in her arms quivered with the strain.“So be it.” Nicholas’s voice was lethal—as would be his next tug on the door.Listening with her whole body, Emily heard him shift his weight, plant his feet, and then—She let go.The door flew open.MoreLess
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