“I’ll hold you to that promise, darling.” He had a few delicious ideas of what he’d do once he was mended.
She smiled back, her eyes sparkling with tears. “Good.”
Dr. Williams grunted as he bandaged Vaughn’s wound. By the time they were ready to leave the church, they found Perdita’s father waiting outside. Milburn’s body had been removed from the street.
“Your butler has called for the magistrate, Vaughn. I doubt there will be any further questions. Everyone saw what happened.”
“Thank heavens.” Perdita rested her head against Vaughn’s shoulder. The gesture made his stomach flutter with a quiet sort of thrill, one that lingered and made him feel dizzy.
Mrs. Darby smiled warmly at him. “Let’s get you both home.”
Home. Home with Perdita and her family. They are my family now. With a l
