Chapter 19
Jemima’s stay at Southwell was not to be without incident. The house had initially felt very empty after her guardian had departed. She was alone, excepting the servants, at least until the widow Mrs Owen arrived.
The first day Jemima took it upon herself to go riding and further her exploration of the grounds. She gave instructions to the grooms to saddle Dowsabel the conventional way, for she had no intention of riding side-saddle if there were no one there to observe her. Finally mounted and feeling a greater sense of freedom than she had done for many years, she set off for the downs.
Before he left, her guardian had given her various instructions including whom to apply to in the household for various matters. He had told her to see Mr Briggs, the steward, if she were to
