Chapter Four
The next morning, Michael strode up the steps of Caversham House with renewed determination, especially since crossing paths with Sinclair on the footpath in front of the duke’s residence. Last evening he’d decided to use every resource at his disposal to prevent the likes of him ever winning Elise’s hand. Admittedly, he hadn’t known the man until two nights ago, though the name had sounded familiar. His initial feelings of unease grew into deep concern once he remembered where he’d heard of Sinclair.
Now, with the information he had, he was sure Ren would see the risk of allowing the degenerate anywhere near his sister.
Niles took his hat and cloak, Michael thanked him, then inquired, “Is His Grace in his office?” At the servant’s nod, he said, “I’ll see myself in.”
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