*Josie*
“Were you really pleased with your surprise?" I ask as Nathan joins me in the sitting area of my bedchamber.
Dinner has been a smashing success, with more laughter and joviality than I have heard in ages. It has lightened my heart to see my mate enjoying himself.
“You could not have given me anything better," He says as he sits beside me on the sofa.
I have already changed into my nightdress, while he is still dressed for the evening. I might have suspected that he and the other gents were going to play billiards if it weren’t for the fact that our company has already retired for the night.
“I fear my gift to you will pale in comparison." He says softly.
“You have already given me the journal, although I decided not to read it until after the holidays. It seemed like peeking
