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Selina raced into the room just as Tia stood to greet her. Selina threw herself into Tia’s arms and jumped up and down.
“The Duke and Duchess of Northrop, my lords,” Nelson said, suppressing a smile.
“Not the most proper greeting, my dear,” North said with a laugh.
“Do be quiet, dear. These are my dearest friends and we are in their home alone, so no one cares what I do. I might even take off my shoes.” Selina pulled back from Tia’s embrace. “I am so happy for you.”
“Thank you, Selina,” Tia said happily. “Now that you are in town, you can come tomorrow for the wedding!”
“Once I heard from your mother all that was going on, I insisted Colin take me to London.” Selina giggled. “Don’t I sound like a proper duchess . . . insisting people do what I request.”
Braden turned to North. “Are we really supposed to let these women out in Society next spring?”
“Not mine,” he said with a grin. “She will be far too big with child for the Season. I would suggest you and Hart get busy. If we keep them with child, we might never have to face the scandal these three will produce in town.”
Braden sat back and sipped his brandy with a smile. “I think we should let them create the biggest scandal in town. They most likely will, anyway.”
After a long day and an evening full of friendship and love, Braden and Tia finally retired for the night.
“Should I sleep in my room tonight?” she asked shyly.
“No, your room is now in here,” he said, opening the door to his room. “This is our room. I don’t believe a man and his wife should sleep apart. That is what leads men to mistresses and I have no intention of ever having anyone but you in my bed.”
She turned in his arms and kissed him. “Are you happy? Are you concerned about marrying a poor wise woman who might be off delivering a baby when you want to make love?”
“Not at all. I will be the one accompanying you.”
“Forever?” she asked with a smile.
“Forever,” he said, before kissing her again. “I love you, Tia. More than I have ever loved any woman. And I will never forsake you for another. You are my love, my life.”
