“Errol, you’ve been picking up the latest small talk from Alan again, haven’t you?”
“Keeps me young, darling.” He brought her hand to his lips and startled her by kissing her fingertips. She was lovely when she blushed, and he couldn’t help kissing her palm to elicit another blush. “I love you.”
“And I you.” They left their bedroom and started down the curving stairway. “They’re good children, aren’t they? We’ve been so blessed. Even the newest members who are being introduced into our midst.” She paused thoughtfully. “I feel so sorry for St John, though. Can you imagine not even learning of your brother’s wedding until after the fact?”
Errol shook his head. “I can’t imagine wanting to cut my brother out of the line of inheritance so much I would marry any slut who parted her legs for m
