Chapter 4After the events on Friday evening, when coming out of the Abbey Church on Sunday after attending the morning service, Sebastian was not altogether surprised to note Letty’s formidable brother approach him. He even saw it as a welcome reward for his quick thinking and good form.
However, as the officer drew closer, looking more pugnacious than ever, Sebastian wondered if he was going to be punched in the face or challenged to a duel at dawn. When, before launching into a speech, Jacob exhaled on reaching him, Sebastian realised it was nerves rather than fury that engulfed him.
“We owe you much gratitude,” Jacob said abruptly, too stiff and self-conscious to bow. Sebastian gracefully did this for them both.
Jacob glanced back over his shoulder at his sister who was patiently sta
