"I’m terribly sorry, I didn’t mean to suggest that whatever kept you from the presentation must be some gossip. I suppose around this town I’m fairy used to hearing nothing but gossip and secrets and therefore I assume yours was the same. He listened intently as she explained how it was difficult for a woman to retain her title, which he didn’t consider when she was talking about titles. Since childhood he was taught about titles from a male point of view and didn’t entertain the thought they were taught very differently on the subject becuase the subject is very different in case of the other gender. However, he also understood her parents told her since youth she should be careful to not lose her title, which would mean any advances from him to her would be unwelcome by her parents and very likely unwelcome by her considering she was taught to value titles so. However there was no danger in harmless flirtation. Besides he would never forgive himself for not having fun with a lady he considers so beautiful. [color= #70836C]“You are right, I didn’t think of it that way. There are ways to bypass that, like in the case of my cousin, but such cases are sadly very rare.” He said. When she suggested they’ve been talking too long to not arrise suspicion Bainbridge was confused. ‘How could talking arise more suspicion than dancing?’ He wondered. When he realized it was a subtle invitation to dance, he realized maybe he was wrong with his ealier thoughts about Joane, which made him happy. “I’m glad you think so lady Claimond, I was just thinking of asking you to the ance floor.” He said while extending his hand to recieve her gloved ones.
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