Aaron whistled low, leaning back in his chair. "I have to admit, that's bold—even for you." Just when he thought that he knew his sister well, she did this.
Who could've imagined that his sister who went for etiquette lessons ended up exposing a well hidden scheme by the former Duke of the East?
The Marquess studied her intently. "You've taken a calculated risk," He said finally. "But you must understand that alliances built on favours are fragile. The Duchess may owe you now, but people like her never act without self-interest. Be cautious."
The Eastern Duchess was a wise woman. He didn't believe that she would help his daughter out of just kindness... He wondered about what advantages she could gain from this.
Adeline nodded. Even if she explained that she built a genuine relationship with the Duchess, her father might brush it off. What 'relationship' would a Duchess have with his five year old daughter?
