Chapter 31 - Thirty One

Chapter 31: Chapter Thirty One

The Duke’s carriage rolled away, leaving Delia standing alone in the bright afternoon sun. Mr. Rye’s kind farewell, "Have a peaceful afternoon, Milady," echoed in her ears, a sentiment she wished were true. She looked up at the sun, high and hot in the sky, and felt a sliver of peace after the morning’s confrontation. That peace, however, was short-lived.

As she walked towards the wrought iron gate to get into the manor’s grounds, she saw a figure waiting for her on the path. It was Lady Pembroke. Delia’s brief moment of calm evaporated, replaced by a weary annoyance.

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