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He kissed the new duchess’s hand. “You are very welcome.”
Pleasantries out of the way, he searched for the only reason for attending. Sophie arched a brow at him and then inclined her head toward the hall. He waited while she walked out of the room before joining her in Selby’s study.
“Welcome back, Anthony.”
“Enough, Sophie. I have waited an additional five months to get her name. I want it now.”
Sophie laughed softly. “Very well, I shall keep my promise. Her name is Anne Smith.”
Anthony waited for some sign of recognition, but her name was as common as she had been. Just an orange seller. “Do you know if she is still alive? It’s been ten years.”
“She is alive.”
Anthony frowned, seeing the way Sophie looked down when she answered. “What are you keeping from me?”
Sophie smiled and patted his cheek. “Why would I keep anything from you, my dearest brother? The woman you are searching for is in the room you just left.”
