Freeing a Tiger's Soul (Tiger Series) (16 page)

“We shall see.”  As she said it she rose from her chair and moved to the door.  “I will get my daughter.  I will chaperone this visit and decide what is to be done afterward.”  Then she smiled and added in a kinder tone, “I am sure everything will be done as it is meant to be done. Her father dotes on her.  He will decide what is best for everyone involved.  I will strive to aide him in any decisions he will make.  Now, if you will excuse me, my Laird.”  With that she left the room to get Amelia, giving instructions for tea to be brought for their visit.

“Of course.”  Henry said to the closed door. 

He sat, more nervous than he could ever remember being, and waited.

He’d never planned to marry.  He had enjoyed a doxy from time to time, but women rarely held his attention and since the day of Lady Amelia’s birth he had simply lost all interest in women.  This little chit had awakened him.  He could feel his body responding to her as she drew closer.  He shifted in his seat and tried to compose himself.  He would not allow her to find him in this disgraceful state.  He must control himself.  He clenched his fists and tried to breathe through his agony.  He felt the sharp prick of his claws in his palms told him he was quickly losing the battle.