The 12 Brides of Summer by Mary Connealy & Amanda Cabot & Maureen Lang

Author:Mary Connealy & Amanda Cabot & Maureen Lang
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Barbour Publishing, Inc.
Published: 2015-06-22T00:00:00+00:00

Though Naomi saw regret in her mother’s eyes, her voice was firm as she said, “I’m sorry, Mr. Carlisle, but I don’t believe that would be a good idea. I bump into things in unfamiliar places. I wouldn’t want to embarrass you.”

“I assure you, you wouldn’t embarrass anyone. My mother is genuine in her wish to spend time with you.”

Naomi bit back a smile at the evidence of Gideon’s determination. If she were a betting woman, she would wager that Ma would capitulate.

Ma was not smiling as she plucked at her skirt. “It shames me to admit this, but I have nothing appropriate to wear to the Cheyenne Club.”

Gideon had explained that the plans for the Fourth of July celebration included attending the parade and then dining at the private club where he and many of Cheyenne’s wealthiest businessmen were members.

“Madame Charlotte can remedy that,” he said smoothly.

Ma shook her head. “You know our situation.” Though she didn’t say “financial situation,” the implication was clear.

Gideon would not be dissuaded. “I shall, of course, pay for your clothing as I did for Naomi’s.”

“That would not be proper.” Ma had questioned the propriety of Gideon’s buying Naomi’s fancy clothing but had ultimately agreed that as long as no one other than Gideon and Madame Charlotte knew, it would not compromise Naomi’s reputation.

“Surely a man is permitted to give his future mother-in-law a gift.”

“But she’s not your future mother-in-law.” Though she’d been silent during the exchange, believing it was between Gideon and her mother, Naomi couldn’t help interjecting her protest.

His eyes were serious as he said, “In the eyes of the world, she is.” Turning to Ma, he continued his argument. “If you agree, you’d be making my mother very happy and giving Madame Charlotte additional income. Are you willing to deprive them?”

Though Ma hesitated, Naomi knew her mother was on the verge of agreeing. “All right, Mr. Carlisle.”

“Gideon,” he said firmly. “I insist you call me Gideon.”

“All right, Gideon. I accept.”

After she’d escorted Gideon to the door, Naomi turned to her mother. “Do you know what just happened?” Without giving Ma a chance to reply, she said, “Gideon made your wish come true. Now you have a reason to visit Élan.”

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