Chapter 26

Leo focused on him with an astute gaze that would have troubled a man with a conscience. "Incidentally, I'm not going with the family when they depart for Hampshire on the morrow."

"Business in London?" Harry asked politely.

"Yes, a few last parliamentary obligations. And a bit of architectural dabbling—a hobby of mine. But mainly I'm staying for Poppy's sake. You see, I expect she'll want to leave you quite soon, and I intend to escort her home."

Harry smiled contemptuously, amused by his new brother-in-law's effrontery. Did Leo have any idea how many ways Harry could ruin him, and how easily it could be done? "Tread carefully," Harry said softly.