7“My darling, it is absolutely magnificent to see you! I’m only regretful that it is under such harrowing circumstances,” said Alexandre Roulier, settling himself on the sofa in the lounge at Château Marainte.
Antoinette’s face remained composed, not giving away any hint of the contempt she felt for this supposed business associate of her husband’s who tried so hard to speak the way he imagined aristocrats speak, but which conversation of course came out utterly wrong and false. Where did Marcel find these people, she thought, pouring Alexandre another cup of coffee.
“Thank heavens I find myself at loose ends for the moment, so I shall be able to stay for a short while to help in any way I can. I expect there is much to do and it is far too much to manage all on your own. Will the boys b
