Page 51 of Capturing the Highlander's Heart

Amelia looked at Fiona. “My dear, of course you may go and see your mother. But, do not forget that Donald has requested the clan gather together this evening. Marianne may enjoy meeting everyone.”

“Ah yes, “Amelia replied, a sense of uneasiness growing inside her at the reminder of Donald. He had sent her a note that alerted her to his arrival this afternoon before the meeting to retrieve his prize and for her to earn her next payment. Amelia hoped against hope that all was well, and that her duty to her family was enough to make her blind to everything else.

Fiona then halted her gait. “I will leave you two girls alone to discuss your plans. I have other business to attend to.”

Amelia attempted to disagree, but Fiona stopped her. “No, no, my dear, you two have not seen each other in a long while. Enjoy each other’s company. I will take myself to the gossip of Mrs. Fletcher.” She smiled, wrapped her plaid around her and walked off towards the Fletcher cabin.

Marianne moved to put her arm through Amelia’s, and they continued walking. “So, you must tell me everything of Kinnaird castle and your time here. I see the young laird is devilishly handsome.” Marianne grinned, looking at Amelia’s face for some reaction. “And you blush, I see. Do tell.”

Amelia looked down, trying to think of the words to tell her friend without shocking her too much. “Much has happened since we left London, some of it I fear is dangerous.”

“Oh?” Marianne prodded.

“Yes...I have found myself in love with that devilishly handsome laird you spoke of.”

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