“Perhaps I should point out, my Lord,” Lucille countered primly, “that we have not been formally introduced.”
“It’s too late for that,” the Marquis answered, “but I won the race and you owe me a prize. I will tell you what that is tonight when you dine with me.”
“Are you really having another party?”
“Actually,” the Marquis said, “I had intended returning to London, but if you will dine with me, nothing will drag me away!”
Lucille opened her eyes very wide.
“Are you really – suggesting that we should – dine alone?”
“Of course I am. There are a great many things I want to say to you which would be impossible with a crowd of people listening.”
Lucille laughed.
“I would like to thank your Lordship for your kind invitation, but regret that unfortunately I have another engagement.”
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