Guest blogger: Callie Hutton

Interview of Jason, the Earl of Coventry, and his wife, Lady Olivia Coventry.

Interviewer: Thank you so much for taking time from your busy social schedule to talk to us today. The first question I have is for you, Jason. What was your first impression of Olivia?

Jason: I’m embarrassed to tell you that I was a little bit drunk at our first meeting. And−

Olivia: Ha! More than a little.

Jason (clasping Olivia’s hand): I know, sweetheart, and I’m still very sorry.

Olivia (staring into his eyes): Yes, dear. I’ve forgiven you.

Interviewer: (cough)

Olivia and Jason: Sorry

Interviewer: That’s all right. It’s nice to see how well you get along now. But I understand, Olivia, there was a time when that wasn’t true. Can you tell us how your angst with Jason came about?

Olivia: As he mentioned, my husband was quite drunk at our wedding. Since that was the first time we met, he didn’t leave me with a very good impression.

Jason: Can I interject here?

Interviewer: Of course.

Jason: My father arranged the marriage without my knowledge and consent. I was merely rebelling against his wishes. Had I known then what a wonderful wife I was gaining, I would not have been drunk, and certainly eager.

(Olivia sighs)

Interviewer: I see. Then, Jason, how long did it take you to fall I love with Olivia?

Jason: (shamefaced) Well, er, you see, that’s where it gets tricky.

Interviewer raises her eyebrows.

Jason: Yes. You see, I met my wonderful wife in a London ballroom, and was immediately taken with her.

Olivia: (patting his hand). Not ‘met,’ dear. We’d already met.

Jason: Sorry. (sheepish smile).

Interviewer: (clears throat) Perhaps we should move along to another subject.

Jason nods vigorously.

Interviewer: I understand, Olivia, you are an exceptional musician.

Olivia: (glowing) Oh yes. I play the pianoforte, and simply love it. I was trained by the best in both London and Rome.

Jason: And all her talents are beyond compare.

Olivia: Thank you, dear.

Interviewer: Oh, is she talented in other ways?

Jason: Yes. Very talented. Mostly at night. When we retire for the evening–

Olivia: (blushing) Jason! For heaven’s sake.

Jason: Bloody hell, I’m in trouble again!

Interviewer: (Running his finger around the inside of his collar). Well, I think I have enough for my story. Thank you both very much. And I wish you a splendid life together.

She makes a quick exit.

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I’ve been making up stories since elementary school, and writing gave me a way to turn off the voices in my head. After having a number of articles and interviews published in newspapers and magazines, I took on what I’d always dreamed of. Writing that book. I currently have a number of both historical and contemporary romance books published. Visit my website for more information. http://www.calliehutton.com

I currently live in Oklahoma with my husband and adult children who move in and out with alarming regularity. Add three rescue dogs and the household is complete—and full. I enjoy hearing from my readers, and would love to have you visit me on Facebook.