Chapter 21
Once they were in the coach on the way to Lady Fitzwater’s home, Lady Sinclair related the bare essentials of the situation to Jill.
The maid’s wide-eyed glance darted between Lady Sinclair and Quincy, until Quincy felt like she’d grown a second head. She supposed she should get used to the staring.
A footman let them in and Lady Sinclair led the way to the Quincy family quarters, Jill and Quincy obediently following. Grandmère and Melinda did not seem at all surprised when Lady Sinclair began issuing orders in her gentle voice, and no one but Quincy was startled when Lady Fitzwater made an appearance, personally bringing them a length of pale green sprigged muslin.
“I declare this is the most excitement I have had in years,” their landlady said, dropping the fabric on the t
