Katrina could hear the whispers following them. Their sparring had been much too entertaining. She needed to remind herself that he was an arrogant man who had avoided her until their accidental encounter at Hatchards. Now, instead of leaving her when the dance was over, he was escorting her off the floor. Spending more time in his company would not be wise.She began to slide her hand from his arm. ‘I see my father is waiting for me. Thank you.’The Duke held her hand in place, keeping her at his side. ‘Would you be so kind as to introduce me?’Would he act like an arrogant aristocrat towards her father? She slowed her steps before leading him to where her father was standing, not far from the dance floor. After introducing them, she waited for Lyonsdale’s next move.He gave a polite nod of his head to her father. ‘I’d like to thank you for sending your book to my grandmother. Your kind gesture made her quite happy.’‘It was my pleasure. I am always delighted to hear someone has enjoyed my efforts.’‘I hear all of London is enjoying your efforts.
