Why? I mean, why you? I can perfectly comprehend not liking my husband. I dislike him intensely most of the time.โ Professor Lyall stifled a chuckle. โI am given to understand that he does not approve of spelling oneโ s name with two llโs. He finds it inexcusably Welsh. I suspect he may be quite taken with you, however.
Gail CarrigerAh, Lady Maccon, how lovely. I did wonder when you would track us down.โ โI was unavoidably delayed by husbands and Ivys,โ explained Alexia. โThese things, regrettably, are bound to occur when one is married and befriended.
Gail CarrigerReally, Channing,โ remonstrated Alexia, โdid you have to eat the manโs dog? I am convinced you will experience terrible indigestion.
Gail CarrigerLord Maccon, might we have words on the proper tying of a cravat? For my sanityโs sake? Lord Maccon was nonplussed. Professor Lyall, on the other hand, was pained. โI do what I can.โ Lord Akeldama looked at him, pity in his eyes. โYou are a brave man.
Gail CarrigerWhat if I arrange to be around Lord Akeldama during the full moon?โ The earl looked daggers. โI am certain he would be extremely helpful in a fight. He could ruthlessly flatter all your attackers into abject submission.
Gail Carriger