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Lopez nodded slowly and picked up his briefcase.  He suddenly bowed to Ellie. "I'm very happy that someone deserving is again in control of such  a large estate. I think all of the employees and renters will be delighted to see you. When you've all come in then I'm sure they will be eager to show you some English hospitality, but until then congratulations to you both Baroness Braye."

Ellie tried to look appreciative, but it came out as an uneasy thin lipped smile.  "Thank you for coming all this way to give us the news. I really feel glad that I had someone to clear it up for me rather than as a confusing note."

"We all thought this was best for you and Baron Braye." Lopez gave a slight nod to Henry who seemed incredibly affronted that he too had a title shook his head.  Then the solicitor turned and was escorted out of the rooftop garden by Michael.