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Matthew cleared his throat “I’d suggest ordering new soft furnishings, but until I’ve repaid the vowel, it is best to be prudent”

“These will be perfectly fine Where do you sleep?”

“The master suite is next door You can access h I took the liberty of locking it The key is on the night table next to your bed That way there is no fear of waking at night to find a stranger lurking in the shadows”

Priscilla arched a brow “You’re er” She wandered over to the“Do the guests realise you can see behind the topiary hedge from up here?”

“When in the throes of passion, I doubt they give the ht Why? Do you intend to snoop on their a pleasure at the sinful sight aroused him further

“A lady e”

The ive you all the tutoring you need Trust me you’ll never have cause to look elsewhere”

Averting her gaze, she touched the burgundy drapes, unhooked the sash and drew the curtains

Once plunged into sehts turned to seduction After all, she was his wife Duty demanded he bed her Indeed, his cock ached to burst free, to push inside and experience the true depth of innocence

“And what are your plans for the evening?” Confidence infused her tone which was surprising when one considered the intense pulse of desire radiating through the room “Am I to come to your chamber?”

“No I will come to you” It was easier that way He could leave, sneak out as soon as she fell asleep It would save any aard conversations

“Then you do intend to lie with ht?”

“Of course” He sounded far too eager “Our alliance ”

“I see” With deft fingers, she pulled the pins from her hair Golden curls fell free to drape over her shoulders and slide seductively down her back

“What are you doing?” Good Lord For the first time in his life, his heart fluttered in his chest