An Offer From A Gentleman With 2nd Epilogue (2015) - Plot & Excerpts
So does Lady Bridgerton. Interesting . . . LADY WHISTLEDOWN’S SOCIETY PAPERS, 18 JUNE 1817 Benedict decided he had never loved his mother more than he did at that very minute. He was trying not to grin, but it was exceedingly difficult with Lady Penwood gasping like a fish on land. The magistrate’s eyes bugged out. “You’re not suggesting I arrest the countess?” “No, of course not,” Violet demurred. “She’d likely go free. The aristocracy rarely pays for its crimes. But,” she added, tilting her head slightly to the side as she gave Lady Penwood a very pointed glance, “if you were to arrest her, it would be terribly embarrassing while she defended the charges.” “What are you trying to say?” Lady Penwood asked through decidedly clenched teeth. Violet turned to the magistrate. “Might I have a few moments alone with Lady Penwood?” “Of course, my lady.” He gave her a gruff nod, then barked, “Everyone! Out!” “No, no,” Violet said with a sweet smile as she pressed something that looked suspiciously like a pound note into his palm.
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