![]() ![]() Most of the mansions on South Audley, a smart address in the heart of Mayfair, were of the standard multi-columned Georgian design. “Believe me, he’ll be overjoyed to have her taken off his hands.” In any event, I wouldn’t expect Trenear to object to a match between you and Lady Pandora.” “She must have had a massive jointure,” Gabriel said cynically. ![]() “It seems he married the late earl’s young widow, which is certainly not unlawful, but it did raise a few brows.” From all accounts, he’s well-liked in Hampshire, and has been managing the estate quite competently.” Westcliff paused. “Do you know anything about the new Lord Trenear?” ![]() The delicate wings ignited, and the creature was reduced to a smoldering wisp. ![]() Pinching the bridge of his nose with his thumb and forefinger, Gabriel muttered, “I don’t have the damned patience, Westcliff.” After a moment, he noticed the brimstone moth had finally ventured too close to the beckoning flame. “In my experience, it’s all in how you handle them.” The earl was the calm, steady center of his own boisterous family, which included a high-spirited wife and a brood of rambunctious offspring.Īnd Lady Pandora made them all look like sloths. “Now I won’t be surprised when my future offspring emerge with horns and tails.” ![]()
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