“Yes. You should see their dungeon. I had Candy begging after mereminutes.”
“I need to come.Please.”
The memory of Elizabeth’s voice brought a smile to his lips. “I do not believe I’ll have need of it. Not if Elizabeth forgives me.” Alexander drained the last of his drink. “It’s late, and I need to pick her up at the airport in the morning. Or try toanyway.”
“Try to?” Nicholas deposited his glass on the end table next to the brokenone.
“I haven’t spoken to her since we fought on Monday night. She’s all alone—or was. I won’t let her be alone any longer. Not when I can do something to protect her. Do I have your word that you’ll wait until our meeting to speak to company counsel about the taxdiscrepancies?”
“Yes. You’re my blood, Alex. If you trust her, I’ll give you those twelve hours you askedfor.”
“Thankyou.”
Nicholas donned his coat and tugged on his gloves. Alexander stopped him just before he reached the entryway. “We have not always seen eye-to-eye, but you’re a goodman.”
Nicholas gave Alexander a quick clap on the shoulder. “I hope she’s worthit.”
“Sheis.”
