His brows creased. “Because of that crippled husband of yours?”

“It has nothing to do with him. I’m married so it’s only natural that I shouldn’t be involved with anyone else”.

She attempted to ease the tension between them with a smile.

“Darren Leister was only trying to help me but I should have given the matter more consideration. I’m sorry for the trouble I’ve caused you”, she bent in a bow.

Brock Davenport took hold of her shoulders and straightened her.

“You don’t have to apologize, Jane. Actually, I have something to ask you too”

“What is it?”

“The man you married — is he the crippled Young Master...