“Madeline’s father . . .” Leah began tentatively. Fox shook his head, sharp and decisive. “I will say nothing about that man.” Venom laced his tone. “To do so threatens Madeline’s safety.” Leah licked her lips, mind racing, drawing conclusions from the spaces of silence within Fox’s narrative. Madeline’s father was a powerful man, someone who did not wish the presence of an illegitimate by-blow to be known. Someone more influential than Fox’s money and position in society. “Thank ye for your trust in me. I will always keep your secrets, husband.” Leah pulled back enough to look him in the
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