“When he was done he stepped back, surveying his master from all sides, before he was satisfied Nic was looking his best. Nic knew there was something bothering his manservant, but there was no use quizzing the fellow. Abbot would tell him in his own time. “No need to wait up for me tonight,” he said, picking up his gloves and hat. “I intend taking my wife to supper after the opera, and we may be very late.” Abbot said nothing, merely nodding his head as he selected a cane and presented ...it to Nic. Nic, who had been intending to leave it behind, sighed and snatched it impatiently from his hands. “My lord,” Abbot said, meeting his eyes in the looking glass, “there is something I want to broach with you, if you will permit.” Nic raised his eyebrows. “When have you ever needed my permission, Abbot? Broach away.” “My lord, it has come to my attention that you took your wife to Madam Esmeralda’s today.” “I did.” “You took your wife, Lady Lacey, to the same modiste you use for your mistresses.” Nic turned and faced him.MoreLessRead More Read Less
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