Scoundrel With A Noble Heart
Knowing that an association with a low-born, particularly one with a disreputable profession, would flatter no prominent noble, Jacob interjected,
"Perhaps it's not that important, Your Grace..."
But the duke raised a gentle palm to hold Jacob still, encouraging Marguerite to continue,
"Matthew, you were saying? Tell me more about this friend of yours, Miss...?"
Marguerite performed an awkward curtsy, her hand lingering on the skirt for a beat too long. "Marguerite Goddard, Your Grace," her voice slightly trembling from nervousness.
The Duke offered a polite smile, a hint of apology in his eyes. "Forgive my manners, I shouldn't have skipped a proper introduction. And you must be Lord Jacob M
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