London, England
May 5, 1822
“That is four of the five Belles,” she said, holding her steed close to his. Hyde Park was overrun in the spring, and the horses were easily spooked. “I have it on good authority that Sera’s engagement is imminent.”
He admired how she was able to control her horse despite its proximity to his stallion. Not all were so capable. “Given that Sera’s new fiancé is a Scotsman, I doubt the Crown will be placated.”
“Since there was never any danger of Dominic Belle moving his base of operations to Scotland, I doubt it matters. Boston was the problem, was it not?”
“The colonies are always a problem,” he said wryly. “Still, I hate to have an incomplete set. Are you certain I’cannot see the last Belle married to an Englishman?”
“Do you have one that will take her?” she asked.
“I’m sure many would, based on the balance of her accounts.”
“Does she seem the sort to reduce herself to marrying for money?” Charlotte shot a challenging glance over her shoulder and kicked her mare into a gallop, lest they be seen conversing alone for too long.
Damon’s eyes flashed with determination. “She’ll certainly marry for something.”
THE END
Why was Graham drunk in the gardener’s cottage the night of Sera’s wedding?
Find out in Kiss Me Darkly
What happened to Gray Abernathy?
Find out in Kiss Me Sweetly
What note did Lord Damon send to Christian?
Find out in Kiss Me Again
Who is the Earl of March?
Find out in A Delightful Arrangement
Who is the Matchmaking Baron?
Find out in An Illicit Engagement
How is Sera acquainted with the Earl of Landale, Peter’s uncle?
Find out in A Flirtatious Rendezvous
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