Edward Vanderbilt found himself locked in a tense conversation with Vanessa Fitzroy. "Why resort to such petty jabs, Miss Fitzroy? Had you not departed for Europe so abruptly, perhaps their union would never have transpired," he chided. With a tilt of her head and an innocent expression, Vanessa retorted, "That''s hardly fair, Mr. Vanderbilt. Even if I had remained, the frequent encounters between Phoebe and Theodore would have provided ample opportunity for her to ensnare him." Edward''s retort was fierce, "I will not stand by while you nder Phoebe."@@novelbin@@


    Vanessa, noticing the transformation of Edward''s usually collected demeanor into one burning with anger, raised her hands in a gesture of surrender. "Very well, I shall refrain from speaking ill of her."


    Her acquiescence seemed to soften the stern lines of Edward''s brow. He had no inclination to prolong this conversation with Vanessa and rose to take his leave.


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