Finally, there came a break where Jeremy could get a word in. “It’s fine, honestly, Erin. Of course, we’ll miss you desperately, but there are certainly no hard feelings from my perspective. Just don’t be a stranger, okay? I’ll make a start on the paperwork as soon as I get a moment.”
Alice’s heart pounded. She tried hard not to jump to conclusions, but it was impossible. It sounded like Erin had exercised her right to extend her maternity leave to the maximum twelve months. Which meant… Alice had another three months at Davenport Manor!
Jeremy concluded his phone call, his hand trembling as he lowered the handset back into its cradle. God, if she hadn’t heard his half of the conversation, she’d have thought someone had died. Why was he so shocked? It wasn’t as if he was going to be left
