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Still, none of those things accounted for her decision to accept his proposal
The real reason sounded foolish when she exa about hih they shared a connection in ways she could not explain If she closed her eyes, she could picture every line, every mark or imperfection on his handsome face When he’d kissed her, well, the essence of the man proved potent It drew her to him in some inexplicable way
The sound of approaching footsteps disturbed her fanciful s
Priscilla shrank back into the shadows and held her breath Mr Chandler strode into the concealed garden via the topiary arch With a straight spine and an arrogant grin, he held out the thick wool travelling cloak
“I’aze dropped to the ripped bodice of her gown “It should keep the cold out and protect your modesty”
Priscilla stared at him It occurred to her that this esture one of ret his impetuous decision?
“Thank you” With hesitant fingers, she took the cloak and fastened the garment around her shoulders “Did you find Miss Hao home?”
“No” Mr Chandler tugged at the cuffs of his coat “What I mean is I found them, but I told them the truth”
“The truth?” Priscilla sucked in a breath, gulped at the sudden rush of cool air “But surely—”
“I said ere in love I explained that the depth of our feelings led to an impromptu incident and now it is imperative ed”
I said ere in love
The words fluttered through her entleined thereater depth of e her to her core
“But that is not the truth, Mr Chandler,” she countered, knowing the reality of her situation proved vastly different from that of her daydreams
Mr Chandler closed the gap between theer “Other than Lord Morford, only ill know the truth As far as everyone else is concerned, we are hopelessly in love” The rich timbre of his voice stirred the hairs at her nape “You have possessed me mind and body — or so others shall believe”
His emerald eyes twinkled in the darkness A raw, masculine essence filled the air There was no need to wear a cloak for protection He radiated confidence, strength in his ability to fend off an attack