No part of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing from the publisher. Published by Stormy Night Publications and Design, LLC. www.StormyNightPublications.com Barker, Ashe The Highwayman’s Lady Cover Design by Korey Mae Johnson Images by Period Images and 123RF/Inigo Cia This book is intended for adults only. Spanking and other sexual activities represented in this book are fantasies only, intended for adults. Chapter One York, North of England, 1750 “I have never considered you a particularly bright young man, but you are trying my patience more than usual this morning, Sidney. Is there some part of the word ‘no’ that escapes your understanding?” My stepbrother plants his not inconsiderable weight on both feet as he curls his lip in a near snarl.