Two Loves Most Improper by Bree Wolf

Author:Bree Wolf [Wolf, Bree]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Bree Wolf

On his way into London, Charles found himself captivated by the dynamic city once again. Ever since his father had taken him into Town over a decade ago to see the Rosetta Stone at the British Museum, he had been taken with the vibrancy that seemed to echo off each and every brick. The streets hummed with the sounds of carts and carriages, hoof beats and voices of animals and people alike, and yet serenity hung over the city, as though nothing could ever disrupt the rhythm of its existence.

Despite a sense of fatigue that settled in his limbs from the long journey, Charles felt rejuvenated by the city’s life force pulsing through his veins. As they drove by Somerset House where the Royal Society was housed, he spotted two old friends from Eton. Delighted, he was about to rap on the roof and ask the coachman to stop when he realized that he was no longer Charles Dashwood.

Sighing, Charles dropped his hand, watching his former friends climb the steps to the front door and vanish inside as his carriage drove by.

By relinquishing his name and identity, he had not merely gained his brother’s scandalous reputation, but he had also lost his own place in life. No longer was he a member of the Royal Society or the Society of Antiquaries. No longer could he walk up to old friends and discuss the newest developments in all areas of science. No longer could he expect to be taken seriously when voicing his opinion in public.

For years, Charles had observed how people treated or rather thought of his brother. Although few truly disliked him, his reputation for disregarding social etiquette whenever fancy struck him had often made him look like a rebellious youth, who simply did not know any better. On top of that, his boyish charm enchanted and beguiled; however, it also enforced the ton’s general impression that he should not be taken seriously. Were it not for his random love affairs, most people would probably shake their heads at him, an indulgent smile on their faces.

As he climbed the steps to his townhouse, Charles wondered what this Season would bring. Since he was no longer considered a member, he could not possibly spend his time at the Society of Antiquaries, and even though Lord Norwood received an invitation to most events, who would he speak to? More importantly, who would speak to him? And what about?

Shaking his head, Charles sank into the heavy armchair in the back drawing room. Although Robert and he had shared as much of their previous lives with each other as possible before the happy couple had embarked on their journey, Charles felt completely unprepared for the task at hand. How was he to make everyone believe he was his brother? And even if he could, would London still be the happy place it had always been for him?

Fortunately, Robert had been abroad the past two years. Therefore, Charles hoped that no recent issues would arise from his brother’s past to torment him today.

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