Chapter Four
~April 6~
Kineton’s tailor had done an incredible job making a dark blue coat and white formal breeches in record time. He was especially pleased with the waistcoat which was of a lighter blue with dark blue embroidery. Archer was certain his friend had paid dearly for the convenience, but Kineton had refused to allow him to see the bill, let alone help pay it. Now, decked out in his new finery, Archer followed his good friend into what he expected would be the first of many such events as he scoured the haute ton for potential investors.
It wasn’t just the candles which glittered throughout Lady Kershaw’s ballroom but people as well. Dozens of ladies dazzled in their finery with their fans gently waving, while a hundred or more gentlemen pranced about showing off like peac
