My Lady Governess (Zebra Regency Romance) by Counts Wilma

Author:Counts, Wilma [Counts, Wilma]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Kensington
Published: 2000-02-01T00:00:00+00:00

Elinor sat in the middle of her bed, thoroughly awake now—and thoroughly bemused.

The dream had been different. This time the two heavy-footed pursuers and the figure at the end of the corridor took shape as her uncle who grabbed her and held her while two sets of snake-like hands groped at her body.

Just when the fear threatened to choke her completely, she was being rescued. She felt Adrian’s arms around her and she melted into their safety and the comforting sound of his voice. This was a new and wonderful end to the dream. For the first time since hearing of her father’s death, she felt safe. And protected. And cherished.

But of course that, too, was a dream.

And the kiss? Was she going to tell herself that was also part of her dream? She touched her lips with her fingertips, remembering the feel of his mouth on hers. No, the kiss had definitely been real, but it would not do to make too much of it. Had he not immediately been contrite, already regretting his action? She was embarrassed by her ardent response. Well, she had conjectured some weeks ago she would react to his kiss like a wanton. And that was precisely what she had done.

When he questioned her about the dream, she had been sorely tempted to unburden herself to him. No. That would never do. She must proceed as she had begun. The truth could be very damaging to a man of Trenville’s position. Nor did she want to see his respect and friendship turn into disgust and contempt when he learned of her deceit.

She buried herself in the bedclothes as though to insulate herself from her own unpleasant thoughts.

The dream did not come again that night.

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