Chapter 29

Clifton ignored her completely, walking right past. “Before that, my fiancée seems quite shaken. I believe I should see to her first.” He approached Merdi and held out his hand. She hesitated for a moment before placing her trembling hand in his. Feeling the unusual cold of her fingertips, Clifton’s expression darkened further. He led Merdi out of the carriage house without another word. The crowd stared, stunned by his display of affection, which so starkly contradicted his formidable reputation.