Wild Destiny (The Hearts of Liberty Series, Book 4) by Conn Phoebe

Author:Conn, Phoebe [Conn, Phoebe]
Language: eng
Format: mobi
Publisher: ePublishing Works!
Published: 2013-09-16T00:00:00+00:00

Chapter 14

Dominique went out to the kitchen and found the basket of provisions for Sean had already been packed before the cook and her helpers had gone to their quarters for the night. There were berries, but no cream, so she filled a small jar from the pitcher in the dairy, and added it to the basket that was already so heavy it was difficult to carry. She had to stop to rest several times on the path running along the bank of the James River, but still managed to arrive at the Scott home while the twilight lit the way.

She had not really expected to find Sean in the stable, and the candles glowing in the parlor led her on into the house. She called to him as she entered the rear door, and he came down the hallway to meet her. The Scott home was similar to her own in design, but that did little to ease her mind and she still felt as though she were trespassing.

"Liana said you're welcome to stay here, but it's obvious you didn't wait for her permission to move in."

Sean took the basket from her and carried it on into the parlor. He set it on the floor in front of the settee, and turned to embrace her. "I feared they'd not let you out of the house for weeks." He kissed her lightly but tenderly, and then stepped back to admire her.

"Your gown is as lovely as the sunset, and you, well, you've always been a beauty. I'm sorry I don't have such fine clothes to wear for you."

Although touched by his praise, Dominique was too nervous to engage in flattery. "Thank you, but you needn't worry about your wardrobe, or lack of it. I've never been attracted to a man simply because of his clothes, although you were dashing in your uniform. Now, aren't you hungry?"

"I came in and fell asleep the minute I sat down so I haven't even thought about food. What did you bring?"

"A little of everything, but you mustn't count on me to furnish your meals. I was able to slip away tonight, but it wasn't easy."

"That's all right. I've no wish to be a burden to you." Sean pulled her down beside him on the settee and began to peruse the contents of the basket. "You even remembered cream for the berries," he enthused. "This all looks so good. Are you certain you can't bring me a basket every night? I won't mind eating whatever scraps your family leaves." He unwrapped a piece of cold chicken and took a bite.

Dominique had come to lay a trap, but as she watched Sean struggle to eat with one hand, she felt ashamed. He had already paid a high price for fighting for the British, and she did not want to extract more. "I can only stay a few minutes. I convinced everyone that bringing you something to eat was the most charitable thing to do, but no one thought I ought to offer my company as well.

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