Fate is a Stranger: Regency Romance
“"As I said, my dear, the duke has an eye on you, and that is why he opposes his nephew's suit. Be wary in his company. You will promise me that?" "Papa, is it your wish that I don’t spend any time with the duke?" "You are a level-headed young woman, my dear, and I trust you to comport yourself with dignity in the duke's presence. It wouldn’t be in your best interest for me to forbid you to see him socially, as he is Jared's uncle and guardian. Just be very careful.”
"Yes, Papa." "That does ...not preclude enjoying yourself in public with him, my dear. Just so long as…”
"Just so long as I am not alone with him, Papa," finished Violet. "But don’t fear, I go out of my way to prevent such an occasion. But a ride in the park, as I believe his reason for calling here to be, may be enjoyed for its own sake and for nothing more." "I have every faith in you, my dear. I have seldom seen a more sensible girl than you. You remind me very much of my mother." "Thank you Papa.MoreLess
"Yes, Papa." "That does ...not preclude enjoying yourself in public with him, my dear. Just so long as…”
"Just so long as I am not alone with him, Papa," finished Violet. "But don’t fear, I go out of my way to prevent such an occasion. But a ride in the park, as I believe his reason for calling here to be, may be enjoyed for its own sake and for nothing more." "I have every faith in you, my dear. I have seldom seen a more sensible girl than you. You remind me very much of my mother." "Thank you Papa.MoreLess
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