Conquered by the Commander by Pippa Greathouse & Ruby Caine

Author:Pippa Greathouse & Ruby Caine [Greathouse, Pippa & Caine, Ruby]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Blushing Books Publications
Published: 2018-02-28T16:00:00+00:00

The next morning, she awakened and deliberately put a bright smile on her face. She had Rebekah apply extra rouge when she helped her dress and went in to breakfast with Darby, holding on tightly to his arm.

"And good morning, Lillianna." The earl gave her a big smile, and she returned it. "I see you look better this morning."

"I feel better." She gave a curtsy to both the earl and the countess. But when she glanced up at Darby, she realized he was giving her an odd look. She smiled sweetly and squeezed his hand under the table.

Her husband turned to her, studying her carefully. "And what are your plans for the day, my lady?"

"I would like to go back to town," she announced. "I fell ill yesterday before I managed to do my shopping, and I didn't get the things I needed."

"I'll go with you," he said.

"But there is no need, my lord. I will be fine with Rebekah and Jacob with me. I don't wish to rob your father of your time."

His expression told her he obviously was unconvinced, and she flashed him a big smile. "Please don't worry, my lord. If I feel unwell, I'll come home straight away, I promise."

"You should trust her, son," her father-in-law said from the end of the table. "I have a meeting this morning in the library, and I would like you to be present for it. You've been invaluable to me since you've been home. Lillianna will be all right."

But Darby was still eyeing her suspiciously. Lily recognized that gaze and gave him another smile.

She didn't think he would allow her to go, but he finally walked her out to the coach and leaned down to kiss her. Lowering his voice, he spoke softly into her ear, "If I find out you've disobeyed my orders, young lady, you're going to have a great deal of difficulty sitting down for a few days. Is that understood?"

"I understand, sir." She reached up and put her arms about his neck, holding on longer than necessary.

Later, when he at last lifted her into the coach, he held her eyes with his for a long time, and, finally, he turned toward the groom. "Jacob, if she becomes the least bit ill, I want her brought home immediately."

"Yes, my lord." There was a bow, then Jacob mounted to his place topside.

Darby returned to the porch but kept her in his sight until he could no longer see her. Lily watched him until the carriage reached the main road and he was not visible and then leaned back with a sigh.

She glanced at Rebekah, who was looking out the window on the other side.

"It's a beautiful morning," Lily murmured, smiling.

"Yes, my lady."

"I was hoping for sunshine today. In England, you never know."

"That is quite true, my lady."

Lily sighed softly and was quiet, after that. Apparently, that was going to be the end of the conversation.

Jacob brought them in from a different direction, this morning, and Lily looked out the window, smiling.

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