Abigail came down from the carriage while Renée was about to do the same when Philip stopped her. “I wish to speak to you.”
Renée looked at him then turned to Abigail. “You know what happened this evening. I need to take Abigail in to rest.”
Abigail shook her head. “You must not worry. I can go in on my own.”
Philip held Renée and said. “Please.”
Abigail already left them so that Renée would not have the opportunity to decline.
Abigail climbed up the stairs into the house. She met Bernard by the door.
“Good evening my lady. Did you have a swell evening?” Bernard asked as he took off her coat for her.
She smiled. “I can not say for sure if i
