He had been trying so hard not to let Abby become too important to him—and to make sure he didn’t become too important to her. The thought of causing her unhappiness upset him far more than the idea of his own needs going unmet. He had duties, responsibilities. He had to act in accordance with his station, and that often required sacrifice. Honor dictated that he fulfill his commitment to marry Lady Hortense Brimble. If he pulled out, especially for a poor surgeon’s daughter, he would damage his reputation and his family’s good name. His own mother would probably never speak to him again. So he had done all he could to resist the temptation to reach for Abby in the night. It was the only reason he hadn’t taken her maidenhead. But all his good intentions were coming to naught. Now that she knew who he was, now that there were no more secrets between them, he couldn’t continue to deny himself. He wanted her too badly. The drive to No.
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