Rock now suggested,
“I think after all the late hours we spent in Paris we should retire to bed at once. I know you will want to go riding tomorrow after breakfast.”
“Having seen your lovely horses I cannot imagine anything more appealing. I must tell you I am delighted by your house, even though I am a little overwhelmed by it.”
“I am hoping, Venetia, that you will be very happy here. We will make it even better than it has ever been in the past. I want it to be a sanctuary where we, and all those who belong to us, feel safe and secure whatever happens in the world outside.”
He was speaking seriously and Venetia knew that it meant a great deal to him.
“I will do my best not to fail or disappoint you – ”
“I don’t think you could ever do that. Now go to bed, Venetia, and tomorrow we w
