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2020-10-12 06:40:15Rydellshire Estate 1876
John, James, Garret, and Jared arrived and were greeted by Daniel, Sophie, and Andrew. Sophie came forward first, having not been here Dale went after Monica.
“How is she?”
“She is well. She is was my sister and mother.”
“Good.”
“Tell me, what do we owe such a presence?”
“Come, we must speak.”
“Of course, your grace. This way.”
Once inside, the went to the study and Sophie excused herself. They traded pleasantries and waited for Patrick and Dale to arrive. Sophie was invited to sit in as things were discussed.
Dale spoke first when he stormed through the door,
“Just because you are of higher birth does not give you the right to summon me like a whipped dog.”
“What your tongue, boy.”
“Your grace, forgive me. I did not realize you were here.”
“Even so, you will disrespect my son in such a manor.”
“Your grace, forgive my son. He has not learned his place I’m afraid.”
“You will be wise to teach him.”
“Patrick, his grace has summoned us. Let us sit and discuss what it is that’s on his mind.
“Of course.”
They all sat down and waited for the maid to bring tea. Once she was gone, James stood up.
“I have called you all here for an announcement. Dale, after what I witnessed and what I was told, you revoke your engagement to Monica.”
“Now, wait just a minute. It can’t be broken off unless someone of higher birth had also proposed and she accepted.”
“Patrick, you are quite right. Which is why Monica has said yes to James.”
“What?”
“Monica will be wed in two months’ time. Dale has no claim on her any longer.”
“Father!”
“I am sorry, son. There is nothing I can do. I wish you two happiness, my Lord. Come, Dale.”
“This isn’t over, James.”
The two left and once gone Daniel and Sophie came over to James.
“Are you being truthful?”
“Yes. She has agreed to marry me.”
“Thank God for you. I knew Dale to be a foul boy, but Patrick’s offer was too great to deny.”
“You will not worry no more, my friend. We will be in contact.”
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