“As he looked down at the sleeping form of his wife several days after her revelation, he marveled at how such a little slip of a thing could have addled his wits so completely.He could remember laughing at contemporaries who’d spoken of how love could change a man. But he’d been willing to change for Penelope, to let her grow up once he’d established his dominance. He’d been willing to put aside his need to play the role of both husband and guardian because he thought she’d expect that of him.T...hat she not only wanted parental oversight—but needed it sexually—was almost too good to be true.Of course, there would have to be some duality in their lives. They were still expected to appear at and host social functions. On such occasion they would play the roles society expected them to play. But behind closed doors, he would be free now to treat her as both his wife and ward, to dress, train, and correct her as he saw fit.The first duty would be a change in staff. Betsy—while a loyal servant—was a lady’s maid.MoreLessRead More Read Less
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