Alexander

When we finally arrived at the estate, Alfred was waiting to greet us, despite the late hour.

"Good evening, Mr. Carter, Mrs. Carter," he said with a slight bow. "I trust the gala was enjoyable?"

"It was, thank you, Alfred," I replied. "You didn't need to wait up."

"No trouble at all, sir." His eyes crinkled at the corners. "Mrs. Carter, shall I bring some tea to your room?"

"That would be lovely," Olivia said, and I noted how easily ...