“But let’s begin with why Stanhope is so very”—he grimaced at the idea of saying the idiotic word—“landable.” She counted Stanhope’s assets on her fingers. “He’s handsome, he’s charming, he’s titled, and he’s unmarried.” Alec supposed women liked those qualities. “Not rich?” One of Lily’s perfect brows rose. “That’s where I come in. As you well know. Isn’t that the key to your getting me married?” The words grated. “It’s not only the wealth that I expect him to want,” he said, before he could stop himself. She was not a fool. She would ask— “What else is there?” He likely should not have
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