Passionate
“You’re back!” Caroline dropped her fork with a clatter and rose from her chair. “Why didn’t you let us know you were coming home? We’ve been so worried since the Strathmores returned without you.”He caught his sister up in an embrace. “Caro—it’s good to see you!” He held her close for a long moment, then set her back on her feet. “Hello, Uncle. I see I have arrived in time for dinner.”Lord Denby rose to greet him. “Welcome home, James. I must say it is good to see you have returned in one piece.... Did you just arrive in England?”“No. I had urgent business with Sir Edward and went directly to Brookdale.” He smiled at his sister. “I was only there long enough to finish my business before I came racing back to see you.”It was true. He could not have stayed another day at Brookdale Manor even if he had a mind to. A weight had lifted from him upon seeing Sir Edward in good health, but the manor held too many reminders of Lily for him to linger.Lord Denby rang for a servant.MoreLess
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