Tangled Love, the story of two great estates, by
Rosemary Morris was short listed for the best romantic e-book at The Festival
of Romance, Bedford, U.K in 2013
Fothering
Place, London, England.
1702
At ease in his lodgings, Alban, Viscount Chesney eyed
his friend, Jack, Duke of Hertfordshire, whose tall frame was clad in
extravagant silk and velvet. Gem set rings, illuminated by brilliant
candlelight, adorned his long fingers.
Why did His Grace’s dark square face with its cleft
chin look tense while he toyed with his blond periwig?
His dark amber eyes keen, Jack spoke. ‘My bailiff
tells me you bought Field House.’
Chesney knew all about Jack’s insatiable hunger for
land. In fact, Jack rarely missed a chance to add to his estates. ‘Yes, I did.’
He kept his tone smooth.
Jack swallowed the last of his port. ‘I would have
bought it but for my fool of a bailiff who informed me too late of the sale.’
The viscount beckoned to Roberts, his servant. ‘More
port for His Grace.’ He placed a hand
over his own glass when Roberts moved toward him
Chesney glanced round his small but comfortable
book-lined room. Although Jack was the most influential man and largest
landowner in Hertfordshire it had naught to do with their friendship.
Jack stretched his legs out towards the fire. ‘Will
you sell Field House to me? After all
both house and land have fallen fell into a sad state of neglect.’
‘No, I look forward to restoring my estate. Do not
argue with me, my mind is made up.’
Jack’s cheeks reddened. ‘Very well, but now you are my
neighbour, you must visit me whenever you wish.’ He yawned. ‘The hour grows
late. I will take my leave of you.’
Chesney stood.
He bowed with mock formality. ‘I shall call on you with pleasure.’
Tangled Love
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