Chapter 66
Instead of Mavvie like McDuff expected, or Mr. Haversham like he feared, Victoria opened the door.
The week of planning had done wonders for more than his nervousness about getting into a business deal with a master. Victoria had regained nearly all of her color and vitality, and her recovered heath was stunning in the same pale-yellow gown she’d worn the day they first met.
“Inspector McDuff. What a pleasure to see you, and right on time as usual.”
“Miss Haversham. You look lovely this evening.”
He followed her, expecting to turn right toward her father’s study and this momentous meeting. She caught his arm and stepped into the parlor where the not-quite bridal shower had been held.
“Are you ready for your debut as a cutthroat London businessman?” she said, her blue eyes
