Chapter 21
Laurel wiped her eyes and left the room, moving slowly along the hallway, her mind in turmoil. They had been married for less than a day and already, she had managed to displease him by her words. She sniffed back fresh tears, wishing she could talk to Amelia about her marital problems, however, she realized that Thomas would not be pleased if he discovered her doing so. She paused before the door leading into the kitchen and took a deep breath, collecting her thoughts and her wits, then stepped in to the warm enclave. All conversation ground to a halt as soon as the servants saw her, and Laurel felt suddenly self conscious as all eyes were fixed on her. She swallowed nervously and pasted a confident smile on her face, acknowledging the curtsies and murmured greetings from the servant gir
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