Chapter 42

"Mm." Declan paused for just a moment before replying gently but firmly, "I have a meeting tomorrow afternoon. I might be late getting back."

Clara's heart sank. "I see..."

"See what? Listen to everything I'm saying." His voice stayed steady and kind. "If I can't make it back in time to pick you up, could we meet at the Kensington estate instead?"

Her shoulders relaxed, and a shy smile tugged at h