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James didn’t feel like sitting, but when Audrey motioned for him to sit while she poured tea, he did the gentlemanly thing and eased into the nearest chair. He took a moment to study the lady before him. She looked bright-eyed and well, with no hint of the dark horrors she had faced the previous evening. She, like Gillian, was like no other woman he’d ever met. He was used to encountering preening, silly creatures who focused only on a man’s title and wealth. These two petite Amazons with their warrior spirits surprised him…and fascinated him.
“How are you after last night? I’m afraid that due to the chaos we could not avoid getting separated. I trust Mr. St. Laurent escorted you safely home?”
“Oh yes, we were fine.” She held out a cup of tea and he accepted it, taking a sip only afte
