Lydia and Caroline took tea in the small salon. She had become Lydia’s closest friend, advising her in all things a countess needed to know, especially in matters of etiquette and dress. Caroline was in her seventh month of pregnancy. They laughed together over their husband’s fussing around them as if they were as fragile as crystal.
“We women are stronger than our men give us credit for,” Caroline said, after Lydia gloomily predicted her riding days were almost at an end.
“I shall ride for another month at least,” Lydia said.
Caroline giggled. “I wouldn’t push your husband too far, Lydia. Remember what he used to be.” She gave a huge sigh. “And how lucky are you?”
Lydia smiled. Yes, she was very lucky indeed.
THE END
About the Author
Maggi Andersen has a BA in English and a Master of Arts Degree in Creative Writing. Apart from historical romance, she writes contemporary romantic suspense. Her Regency series are bestsellers and have been nominated for several awards. She lives with her husband, a retired lawyer, in country New South Wales, Australia, and support the RSPCA. You’ll find animals often feature in her books.
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