Kathleen glanced over her shoulder, her eyes narrowed. “Nothing’s been decided yet,” Devon said stonily, following the pair. “Yes, but if Trenear made such an important decision without saying anything -” “Don’t worry,” West interrupted with a soothing murmur. Wooten’s elderly aunt to look after, and if they were to lose the farm -” Wooten couldn’t speak for weeping,” Kathleen said indignantly. Why was he touching her? Why was she allowing it? The unfamiliar poisonous jealousy returned, coiling thickly in his chest. Scowling, he focused on the sight of Kathleen’s arm tucked into West’s. You’re always telling me to eat, remember?”ĭevon strode after them, only half listening to the conversation.
“I wouldn’t mind sending for some tea and sandwiches,” he said. “Let’s pretend to be civilized and proceed to the library.” He pulled Kathleen’s arm over his and accompanied her from the entrance hall. “Are we to stand here squabbling in the entrance hall?” West interceded hastily. “What smug, condescending -” Kathleen began. Bring them baskets when people are ill, and so forth.” You should limit yourself to whatever it is the lady of the manor is supposed to do. “From now on, I would prefer you not to make yourself available when it comes to discussing leaseholds. Carlow first,” she retorted, “and he knew nothing about the situation. “They should have waited to speak to my brother or Mr. “They shouldn’t have come to you,” Devon said bluntly. “I gave the Wootens my personal assurance that everything would be sorted out.” “I will be present.” Kathleen’s brows lowered.
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