“That certainly would make things easier,” Ingrid said in a low voice, “at the same time, I am sure – ”
“Stop worrying,” the Earl said. “I know exactly what you are thinking, my darling, but all that matters is that it is very late, your cousin has been travelling all day and I think we should offer her something to eat and drink before we trouble ourselves about anything else.”
“Of course, Hugh, you are always so sensible,” Ingrid said, “and I will do as you say.”
She spoke in a caressing voice and the look in her eyes told Loretta that she was still very much in love with the man with whom she had run away.
Then Ingrid slipped her arm through Loretta’s and said,
“Let’s go to sit somewhere more cosy and Hugh will bring you a glass of champagne.”
“First I will arrange for your cousin
