Chapter Five
London
White's Gentlemen Club
St James Street
"Padrone. You're sure you will be fine on your own?"
Edward looked at his valet and smiled, touched. No matter how many times he proved himself capable of handling complicated situations, André would always worry about him.
"André, you know I will be. I did not take all those defence lessons and win so many street brawls to not be able to defend myself against these gentlemen, should any problem arise. I sincerely doubt that any will. If anyone is to be concerned, that would be I. However, I trust you to keep things in control. Now, you must let me go and be off on your way." He brought out his golden pocket watch to check the time.
"This is a quarter past eight André. Meet me back here at a quarter to twelve. If for any rea
