Chapter 17
AleksandarBoxon Hill
Marechal House - The Bathing Room
The household was on alert for their arrival.
“Send for the doctor,” Alek said, carrying Solenne through to the bathing room. “She requires a bath, clean garments, a meal, and more of that tea. Get to it.”
“Bring me my kit,” Solenne added.
Travers followed Alek into the bathing room. Solenne lowered herself to a bench while he opened the taps. Travers lurked in the doorway with the maid peeking around him.
“Did you not understand my orders?” Alek asked.
“Sir, this is highly inappropriate. Surely a maid can assist Miss Marechal.”
“Oh, it’s quite all right, Travers. Congratulations are in order. We’re engaged,” Solenne said, speaking over Alek’s grumbled response.
“Congratulations?” The man looked dubious.
“Congratu
