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Sybil snorted “I have yet to find evidence to support that theory Mr Daventry is the most obnoxious man ever to make my acquaintance He is rather blatant in his indifference Perhaps if I had your golden locks and triht be less rude”
“Perhaps Mr Daventry shows the world what he wants the other than seducing women”
Cassandra was full of ideas when it ca Sybil’s proble her own
“I hate to pester you when you have so much to contend with already” Sybil captured Cassandra’s hand “But if Mr Cavanagh could discover any inforrateful”
“I cannot promise Benedict will have any success, but he said he would speak to Mr Daventry They have—”
A discreet cough behind forced Cassandra to stop abruptly and glance over her shoulder Lord Murray stood a reen coat—another recent purchase as she had never seen the gar his cravat
“Cassandra, forgive the intrusion, but may I have a moment of your time?”
“I would have liked a moment of your time, Timothy, but you preferred to drink port and talk politics” She turned back to Sybil, but the notion that shean opportunity to ripped Sybil’s hand “I shall send word as soon as Benedict discovers the relevant details I must speak to Lord Murray”
Sybil nodded, but then suspicion clouded her vibrant green eyes “Promise me you won’t venture from this corridor”
Having heard the re to fear froue who kidnapped her if that is what you’re i”
“You clearly had a motive, my lord,” Sybil countered, not the least bit afraid of the peer “Forgive htly apprehensive when you seek private counsel”
“Can a man not show concern for the lady he was supposed to marry?”
Sybil lifted her chin “Not when you gave up the right in deference to your reputation”
Before they drew attention fro in dark corners, Cassandra drew Sybil aside “I shall speak to Lord Murray near that alcove” She pointed to the place vacated by thispering women A place closer to the ballroom “Would you find Benedict and tell him where I am?” The strains of a waltz reached her ears “He should be waiting near the terrace doors”
Sybil nodded and lowered her voice “Despite what Lord Murray says, do not go anywhere with him”