“I went to have a peek at it.” Christina turned to Elise. “He told me about the bath’s construction in his last letter. You should see it, Elise. It’s not complete, but the painted tiles are laid and the workers are installing the pipes for hot water. When my husband arrives, I hope to get him to have a look. Hopefully I can convince him to build one for us as well.”
“Of course,” Michael replied. “Where is your husband? Off on a mission for the Crown?”
“He wouldn’t say. He’s been secretive of late, so I assume so. I did send word for him to come here instead of Bath. I expect him later in the week.”
“When did you arrive?” Elise wondered how long Michael had planned this change in arrangements and why?
“Michael wanted me here immediately,” the Baroness replied. “The girls and I arrived
