The Indomitable Miss Harris
““It’s doing just fine, Gill,” he said pointedly. “Landover hasn’t had a moment to scold in a week, and that chit’s had a good deal to do with the fact.”
“But she’s unsuitable, Avery! Can’t you see that? Just watch her. Though she stands perfectly still, it’s as though she’s gloating over gold coins clinking through her fingers.”
“Can’t see it m’self,” he refuted, “but whether you’re right or not makes no never-mind to me, just so long as the chit keeps his mind off me.” His eyes widened suddenly, and there was a surprising stiffness in his next words, spoken past Gillian’s shoulder. “Good evening, sir.” She turned to find Mr. Brummell approaching them.
“Good evening, children.” He gestured toward the rest of the company. “Nice pleasant group you’ve got here. Surprised the Clevenger chit’s still hanging about, but I daresay Landover is encouraging her to humor his sister. Must want to humor her mighty bad if he’s willing to have that Edgware dragon in his house.
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