slept well, Miss Carroll.” This earned an unladylike snort from Lady Marleigh. “Let’s dispense with the courteous lying, shall we? Probably she slept dreadfully, as did I, because you were in no way prepared to receive guests. The room was dusty, I have no idea when the bed was last turned down, and I had to light my own fire. That is not a euphemism.” “I apologise”—Gracewood’s tone was wry, but its sincerity was unmistakable—“for my poor hospitality. I will see chambers are properly prepared for you today.” “And don’t think I’ve forgotten you tried to shoot me.” “Actually, I’ve been reliably
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