In an attempt to solve the problem, he tucked the bouquet under his left arm. That left him with the cane, the chocolates, and only one good hand. He could shove the chocolates under his right arm but he might drop the lot and end up looking ridiculous. Well, more ridiculous than he already felt....
She was to dress in the negligee set provided, wear her hair down, and present herself to Nathaniel in his bedroom at nine o’clock. It was what would happen after she arrived that caused her apprehension. She ran her fingers over the silky, white garments, a nightgown and matching robe that held ...
What the hell just happened? Shaking his head, he crossed to the buffet and poured himself a shot of brandy. He wasn’t sure consuming alcohol would be the wisest move, as his thoughts were already confused, so he sat nursing the drink while he rehashed their conversation. ...