CHAPTER 14
Rosalind was hard at work on her mountain of neglected papers when a serving boy entered the office.
“Don Vidal,” the youth said, “There is a young lady here who would like to speak with you.”
“I’ll be there in a moment, Vega,” he said, dismissing the young man. “How strange. I wasn’t expecting anyone. I wonder what it’s all about.”
“You’ll know soon enough,” Rosalind replied.
Vidal crossed over to Rosalind’s desk and kissed her gently on the lips. She smiled. Only a week now until our wedding, and I can’t wait. Soon, I will be his for all time; sleeping each night in his bed. No one will be able to say it’s wrong. Our marriage will be so lovely, and I’m eager to get started.
“I’ll be back in a moment,” he told her, and she could see her desire and longing mirrored in his
