CHAPTER TWOThe Duke arrived back at the Castle rather pleased with his morning’s work to find that the factor and other workers on his estate were waiting to speak to him.
They gave him encouraging reports on the grouse hatching and the health of his lambs.
“This year, Your Grace,” the Head Shepherd said, “we should get a better price at the sales than we’ve ever had afore.”
“That is extremely good news,” the Duke told him.
He praised both him and all the men working under him.
He took luncheon with his mother who brought him up-to-date with the latest gossip in the area.
She also informed him that the Countess with the two girls she wanted him to meet were arriving at teatime.
“I did hope to be alone with you, Mama, after being away so long,” the Duke muttered.
“I know, my dearest
