Whom Shall I Kiss... an Earl, a Marquess, or a Duke? by Laura A. Barnes

Author:Laura A. Barnes
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: historical romance regency, historical romance sexy, steamy historical romance, historical romance, historical romance England, romance, duke, marquess, earl, courtship, sweet romance, happily ever after, aristocracy
Publisher: Laura A. Barnes
Published: 2019-02-24T16:00:00+00:00

SIDNEY WIPED THE WATER off the bench with her handkerchief. The rain from the evening before created a drenched atmosphere in the park. She opened the paper sack she carried and tossed out the bread crumbs. Before long, the ducks waddled toward her for the special treat. A grin graced her face as two ducks fought over the food. When the bigger duck devoured the bread, the smaller duck wandered away. Taking pity on the small creature, she rose and headed toward the duck. When she approached the animal, she lowered herself to talk quietly, while offering the smaller duck the remainder of her bag. Sidney laughed as the small animal nibbled on the rest of her bread. Her laughter brought on the attention of the other ducks, who soon swarmed her, as they wanted more too. When a couple of ducks attacked her, she released a scream and swatted her arms to keep them at bay.

Soon an arm swept her aside as an umbrella poked at the ducks. “Get, get.”

Once the ducks scattered back to the pond, Sidney glanced at her rescuer. It was none other than Lord Wildeburg, the same gentleman who caused her a restless night sleep. Her emotions were on edge when she awoke, and she headed to the park to gather her thoughts. He was as handsome wearing an overcoat, dry as can be, as he was compared to the evening before when he was drenched wet in her bedchamber. The wind ruffled his hair at the ends, and the overcast sky didn’t impact the charming smile he bestowed upon her. Sidney felt frumpy next to him. She donned an old dress for her hasty excursion, and her hair was piled atop her head haphazardly, with stray strands tousled along her neck. Sidney didn’t think she would see anybody this morning. It was early yet, with not a soul in sight, except for him.

“Did you come to any harm?”

“No, My Lord, but then I was never in harm’s way.”

Wilde laughed at her denial. She was a delight. Her refusal to admit to his aid only endured her to him more. As he took in her appearance, he noted the subtle changes to her clothes. She appeared before him comfortable and at home in her simple dress. Also, he found the thrown-together hairstyle attractive on her. She held the appearance of a lady who had just risen from bed. Her blue eyes held a sleepy look, likely from the result of a sleepless night. Did she dream of him? Lord knows he dreamed of her. He had lain in bed for countless hours thinking of their kiss. He finally rose after sleep eluded him. With Lady Sidney on his mind, he decided to visit the park near her home. His wishful thoughts led him to hope she would also be here. As luck would have it, she was.

“No, of course you weren’t.”

Sidney had no reply. She realized her attitude was defensive but could not help herself. She knew of no other way to handle her emotions around him.

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