*Frannie*
He made love to me twice. Yes, he most certainly made love. Afterward, I went to Evangeline’s room to begin preparing for the day. I had a bath readied and took a leisurely soak.
I don’t want to think about Sykes, but I worry that he’ll seek some sort of retribution if he discovers I again have his son. As for Nancy, I decide she has gotten whatever she deserves. Just as quickly, I change my mind. No one deserves Sykes.
His son might have a filthy mouth, but I don’t think he’s beyond redemption. What surprises me is the rapport that seems to be developing between Peta and Sterling. For a man who proclaims to despise light fingers, he certainly seems to be taking to the boy.
After my bath, I have Agnes help me with my hair, then I select one of Evangeline’s morning dresses. A
