—John Clare,“First Love” “Wentworth, you returned!” Harville called out to his friend as he hobbled into the room, having been summoned by his wife. “I have, Thomas.” They shook hands. “My new acquaintances, upon hearing my description of Lyme, wished most earnestly to experience it on their own.We came for a day trip, which will extend into tomorrow morning, so we might properly rest the horses.” “And where are these new acquaintances?”Thomas tried to peer over Frederick’s shoulder, expecting to see strangers on his doorstep. “They are walking along the Cobb.” Milly joined them, having checked on the children first.“How many are in your party, Captain?” “There are six, counting myself. Four ladies and two gentlemen.” “Ladies?” She looked happy with the news. “My Milly misses the companionship of other women,” Thomas informed him. “I fear Benwick and I bore her with tales of the Laconia.” He gestured toward their permanent houseguest. Milly Harville slapped her husband on the arm, feigning being insulted.“That is so untrue,”
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