“Captain Fox Carnegie will be a welcome addition to the neighborhood.” The words Captain Fox Carnegie struck Leah’s psyche with a jarring thwack, wrenching her attention back to the two women. “P-pardon?” she managed to stammer. Mrs. Clark beamed, approving of Leah’s shocked reaction. “Captain Fox Carnegie is the gentleman who purchased Laverloch.” Mrs. Clark’s smile widened, pleased that she was the first to tell the news.
