Dare to Love. Alleigh Burrows
sucked in air, trying to steady her breathing, but she couldn’t stop the tears that burned her eyes. With an angry swipe of her hand, she brushed them away. What a fool she’d been. Not only did Dare not find her the least bit attractive, he didn’t even think her worthy of another man’s attention.
Amelia pulled her into a hug. “Don’t listen to that nasty woman. You know she likes to stir up trouble.”
“Are you saying that Lord Landis would not insult me in front of his friends?” she choked out.
“Of course he would. He insults everyone.” Caroline had never understood her infatuation with Dare and was always eager to disparage him. “Truly, what does it matter what he thinks? I have no doubt you will find someone who appreciates you as much as Nicholas does me.”
“That’s right,” said Betsy. “I never expected to find a husband until William came along, and now I couldn’t be happier.”
“Please don’t let that bitter woman ruin this day for you,” Caroline pleaded.
“For you, Caro, I will forget it. I don’t want to cast a shadow on your day.”
Nivea forced a wan smile and marched over to the terrace doors for some air. Taking a deep breath, she resolved to show the unconscionably rude Lord Landis just how wrong he was. She could be charming. She could attract suitable gentlemen.
She smoothed her hands down her skirt and tucked a few stray hairs back into place, ready to dazzle all the eligible men in the room. Turning to face the room, her resolve almost crumbled. Dare was staring straight at her, dark eyes blazing with anger.
She gasped. What does he have to be angry about? He wasn’t the one insulted in front of friends and family. She glared back at him, and he turned away.
Pain shot through her. Why was he acting like this? They had been getting along so well together. She didn’t really expect him to marry her, but for him to say she was worthy of no prospects beyond a lonely, desperate vicar was heart-wrenching.
But since she’d promised Caroline she’d enjoy the day, she squared her shoulders and returned to the party.
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