Unmasking a Duke by Ellie St. Clair

Author:Ellie St. Clair [Clair, Ellie St.]
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi
Publisher: Prairie Lily Press
Published: 0101-01-01T00:00:00+00:00

7

Andrew studied his reflection, his stomach churning. The note he had received yesterday had caused him no end of worry, and he had written to his brother in warning almost immediately. He was torn between rushing off to Scotland to assist his brother in whatever difficulties came his way, or staying here to continue with his reparations as well as his growing attachment to Miss Marley.

Whatever the note had meant, it certainly did not bode well for the Duke. Gritting his teeth, Andrew waited for the valet to finish fixing his cravat, feeling tension race through his body. How was he meant to enjoy his evening with Miss Marley, when he had this on his mind?

Miss Marley.

The thought of her brought yet more confusion to his mind. He cared for her, found her amiable and well spoken, with emerald eyes that filled his consciousness whenever he thought of her. But yet, there could be nothing true between them were he to keep up his pretense of being his brother. Deep down, Andrew knew that this was why he had suggested taking her to Vauxhall Gardens, for it would be quite dark and no-one would really be able to recognize him, not unless he decided to go indoors for a time. It was a pleasant evening, however, and everyone would most likely stay outdoors, particularly when the time for the fireworks drew near. As the valet stepped away, Andrew let out a soft groan, tormented over what to do. In inviting her to his soiree later that week, he would have no choice but to tell her the truth, but mayhap he could simply enjoy her company this evening and face the difficulty of having to tell her the truth another time. Were he honest, Andrew worried that the lady was only interested in his company because of his status, although he hoped she wanted to be with him for much more than that. He wondered, though, how she would react when she discovered he was not all he seemed. He could already see her eyes flashing, her pale cheeks flushed with ire.

"One more night," he muttered to himself, looking at his reflection. He looked perfectly proper, and the thought of Miss Marley on his arm made him smile despite his troubling thoughts. "One more night," he repeated again, before walking from the room.

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