CHAPTER FIVEAs they turned into the gates of the castle Celina saw, with a shock, that the driveway was crowded with carriages. It seemed incredible that, in such a short time, invitations had been sent out and accepted.
Of course, she thought, nobody would want to miss the wedding of Lord Torrington, even at the last minute.
A powdered footman descended the steps to open the door of their carriage and usher them inside. Celina was dazzled by the profusion of flowers that were festooned everywhere.
A gentleman appeared whom Celina recognised as Lord Michael Ashley, Robin’s second cousin, and now seemingly acting as unofficial host. He smiled, greeted her and shook her uncle’s hand.
“Perhaps I should go upstairs to see her Ladyship before we start,” she suggested.
“The Dowager Countess
