Michael looked down at Cyril for some moments.
He realised that the Russians had assumed that as the new Duke it was he who would be residing in the Master Suite.
Cyril’s intention to destroy him so that he could take his place had brought about his own demise.
Michael was certain that it would be a great mistake for him to stay. He must not be at Grangemoore when the doctor pronounced that Cyril had died of a heart attack.
And in addition on no account must Adela come into contact with the dreadful friends he had brought to the Hall.
Michael left the Master Suite and placed the candle back into the silver sconce.
Next he ran up to the second floor and packed his own clothes with a swiftness which would have been the envy of any valet. Then he went into Adela’s bedroom where he found
