The Thorne Maze (2014)
“CHRIS HATTON looked sick.
“I regret to hear you are somewhat indisposed, and I will ask you to stand back a bit,” she greeted him in the room she was using as her presence chamber at Hatfield. Elizabeth had sent everyone out, because she needed to proceed with care. She didn’t even want Cecil in on this, since she was beginning to believe his wife could have something to do with Bettina’s—and perhaps Templar’s—demise.
Chris grimaced in pain, even as he rose from his bow. Amazingly, he looked as handsome as ever. Even his mussed hair and pale face did not detract from his allure. Rather, it made her want to comfort and protect him. Had Bettina felt that way?
“Jamie and I are a bit the worse for wear, Your Grace.”
“He still has his disorder?” They spoke louder than usual since they did not stand dose.
“Your herb woman’s been dosing him. When he heard Mistress Milligrew was providing tonic for both Lady Ashley and Lord Cecil’s wife, he asked for something from her.
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