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The news that Lord Beddington wanted Lynnette's hand pleased Seamus. As he had married for love, he wanted that for his daughter. The problem being, he never saw her interested in anyone. There was an arrangement with Lord Austin, but nothing set in stone. The elderly lord had made his interest known, and then acted as if everything was set. As the only suitor until that point, Seamus felt his hands tied. With the arrival of Lord Beddington, it was a chance to give his daughter the happiness she deserved. It was doting and foolish of him, but she was his little girl.

Seamus motioned for Lord Beddington to sit. “Take a seat, my lord, get comfortable. You're right, there is something of an arrangement between us and Lord Austin, but not one of marriage just yet. Only an interest, but I am beginning to suspect he's ready to post the bans and whisk Lynnette away.” He took a deep breath. “I'm a simple man, Lord Beddington. I come from a family that worked hard to get to where I am today, and I know what is said behind my back. I married my wife for love and Lynnette is the greatest treasure I hold. I know you will do everything to make her happy, and that's all I ever wanted for her. You have my permission to woo my daughter. Within reason, of course. I'll settle her hand after the Duchess' ball.”