he first course was promptly served, footmen ferrying dishes from the kitchen.
Pondering a dish of crab in oyster sauce, Kit realized it was rather odd of Lord Hendon to have a prior engagement. With whom, when all the surrounding families were here?
“Pity,” Spencer continued. “Haven’t met the fellow yet.”
“I have,” replied Lord Marchmont, helping himself to the turbot.
“Oh?” said Spencer. All paused to hear his lordship’s respon