Chapter Thirteen-2
Lia watched as their eyes widened for just a moment, then their expressions were quickly under control. The two smiled, then congratulated Lia and their employer. Their marriage had obviously caught them by surprise. Straight-backed, her head held high, she smiled warmly and met each of their gazes directly. Ren began to ease her toward the wide, curving staircase. “When Her Grace’s things arrive, have them sent to our rooms. A little boy will be arriving as well. He is my wife’s brother, Luchino. He will occupy my old room in the nursery. Have a bath brought up to my rooms, and a luncheon tray. For two, please. And afterward, we are not to be disturbed until dinner.” He continued up the curving staircase, taking them two at a time. Lia found it difficult to keep up with his hurried pace
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