“I am excited to hear it, Papa, I am sure it must be important as you made me leave the Convent so quickly.”
“It is essential you should be in London tomorrow morning, because your engagement is being announced in The London Gazette to the Duke of Rockinston.”
Venetia stared at him.
She could not believe what she had heard him say.
“I – do not – understand – Papa,” she managed to blurt out finally.
“The Duke of Rockinston, who you probably know is one of the most influential Dukes in the country. He has asked for your hand in marriage.”
He paused a moment before continuing,
“As I have just told you, your engagement will be announced tomorrow.”
“I just don’t believe it!” exclaimed Venetia. “How can I possibly be engaged to a man I have not even met – ”
Before she could say any more
