“If you didn’t have five minutes to spare to write to me yourself, you could have dictated a note and sent a missive.” “You’re right,” he said simply. “I could have and should have done so. I had much on my mind and suitors to send home.” I glanced at the dais where Eden and Vanity lingered. “Apparently, not all the suitors.” His mouth quirked up on one side. “Stay clear of Envy tonight, or he’ll try to tempt you to his House of Sin.” “I am not jealous, you ass. I’m annoyed. You haven’t even apologized.” “Forgive me.” He bowed low over my hand, then brushed a chaste kiss to it. “Save a dance
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