An Offer From a Gentleman

“I can live with you hating me,” he said to the closed door. “I just can’t live without you.”

"And," he said, his voice dropping in volume, "you took the time to see me. To know me. Benedict. Not Mr. Bridgerton, not 'Number Two.' Benedict."

"Why do you hate me?"

"Because he loved you."

he sort of woman I would like for my son. Our acquaintance has not been a long one, but I know your character and I know your heart. And I wish�"

"It is not easy to be a wallflower."

"You would kiss me, and then you would hate yourself. And it would only take a second."

ou wouldn't," she said, not moving a muscle. "It isn't in you."

I'd like to think I'm a truly smart person. Please don't take that away from me."

You make me smile,"