A Proper Young Lady by Lianne Simon

Author:Lianne Simon [Simon, Lianne]
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9780985148218
Amazon: 0985148217
Publisher: Faie Miss
Published: 2015-12-05T00:00:00+00:00

Melanie

I figure Dani wants me to make a good first impression on Ethan, so I wear a nice dress and do my hair and makeup and all. I glide down the grand staircase like some princess, trying not to make any noise.

Mrs. Welles glances up from whatever she’s doing and nods a good morning. Mr. Welles stands as I approach the dining area and gestures toward the man seated beside him. “Miss Fairbairn, let me introduce you to Ethan Davis.”

The guy rises and extends his hand.

Sweet. So you’re the dude I’m gonna spend the rest of my life with.

He’s several inches taller than Dani. And ripped. He draws my hand to his lips, kisses my knuckles, and smiles like he means it. “Good to meet you, Melanie. You’re even prettier than I expected.”

Yeah. Right. “Thanks.”

He pulls out the chair beside him and motions for me to sit. “Jake’s got breakfast ready if you’re up for pecan waffles, scrambled eggs, and bacon.”

“Sure. Why not?”

A true gentleman—he saunters over to the buffet line and loads a plate with goodies.

I say grace like a proper lady, then begin stuffing my face like a starving pregnant girl.

Ethan studies me over his cup of coffee. “Danièle said you’re willing to stay on as nanny.”

“Yeah.” I wonder if our baby will have your steel-blue eyes.

“Excellent. That will let Danièle finish her degree.”

Danièle. Yes. Miss Danièle Aileana Welles. I take another bite of waffle to hide my smirk.

“Ah. Well. Here she is.” With that, he stands for Dani and kisses her like they’ve been apart for years.

Ah, how sweet the young lovers. Yeah. Suck her face off, why don’t you?

They wander off in quiet conversation, so I finish my breakfast alone. When I set my fork down, though, Mrs. Welles strolls across the room, places a folder on the table, and perches beside me. “Your mother desires that you improve your education while under our care. To that end, I’ve prepared a schedule for you.”

I shoulda gone to prep school.

“When Danièle is home on holidays and weekends, you’ll spend your time with her. The pregnancy—your health—is your primary responsibility. Your relationship with my daughter is a close second.”

Well, yeah. “Yes, ma’am.”

“Three evenings a week, Cooper will instruct you in ballroom dancing. Every Friday, you and I will meet to review the books you’ve read—one from the list I’ve prepared and one of your own choosing. We shall also discuss etiquette.”

That’s your idea of education—books and ballet? Sweet.

She hands me a debit card with my name on it. “Randolph Welles will deposit a small sum monthly for your personal expenses. Ask Danièle if you need help balancing your account.”

Mrs. Welles glances at her wrist and stands. “You have an appointment this morning with Ms. Lundsford, our hairdresser. An hour from now. One of the staff will let you know when she arrives.”

But I like my hair the way it is.

“Our seamstress, Ms. Franklin, will measure you early this afternoon. Do you have any questions?”

“No, ma’am.” Mornings—read. Evenings—dance. Manners. Grace.

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