His Heart's Delight by Mary Blayney

Author:Mary Blayney
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: romance, love story, historical romance, regency romance, happy ending, family relationships, sweet romance, happily ever after romance

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It was obvious to Morgan that until he was less distracted he would not be able to concentrate on play sufficiently to best his opponent. Cartridge was newly arrived in Town, flush with his winnings from some absurd bet and anxious to increase his stake for the Season. If he played on, Morgan knew that the money Cartridge wanted would come from his pocket.

There was nothing to do but withdraw and set out in search of Christiana Lambert, for it was their morning conversation that was keeping him from successful play.

He was certain that the gods approved the decision when he met John Monksford on the steps of White’s, although he did not appreciate the opportunity at first. He merely exchanged a polite nod with Monksford and moved toward his curricle.

Come to think on it, James had never explained the reason for the tension between Monksford and all things Braedon. Though Morgan could guess it centered on a woman. With that thought Morgan realized that Monksford could prove useful in this venture.

After this morning, he was almost certain that Christiana might be inclined to ignore him if they passed on the street, but Miss Lambert would certainly acknowledge Lord Monksford and that would give him the opening he needed.

He turned back and hailed Monksford in the foyer, which was empty now except for the footman awaiting Monksford’s hat and gloves. “My lord, I am bound for Pall Mall in hopes of finding Miss Christiana and her sister. I have word that they are at Schomberg House. Would you care to join me and attempt to search them out?”

Monksford’s surprise was not particularly flattering.

“It is pure self-interest,” Morgan explained. “I have particular need to see Miss Christiana and if you are with me, I will be able to have a private word with her as you will with Miss Lambert.”

Monksford bowed to him slightly. “It would be my pleasure, sir.”

His instant agreement was a surprise.

“The truth is, Braedon, I have been hoping to have a word with you since our meeting at the Lamberts’ the other day.”

Morgan was curious, but the street in front of the club was not the place for a conversation that might be less than complimentary. He had fairly given up on establishing a cordial relationship with the man.

With unspoken agreement they mounted Morgan’s curricle and he turned the horses west from St. James.

It was no distance to Pall Mall but the streets were crowded and Morgan was grateful for Monksford’s silence as he negotiated his way past other equipages and every matter of conveyance bringing goods to market. Only one pedestrian was foolish enough to challenge his right to the road. The mud spattered on that unfortunate’s coat was enough warning for all nearby.

As they reached the arcade Morgan glanced at Monksford, who was searching the crowded entry with some alarm.

“My machinations may be for naught, eh, Monksford? Is everyone in London shopping here today?”

“So it would seem. Even if we are able to locate them, we may not have the opportunity for more than a greeting.

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