He was a handsome and gallant young man, with fair hair and blue eyes that sparkled with intelligence and wit. He had inherited his father’s title and estate, but not his stern and rigid manners. He was fond of adventure and travel, and had seen many parts of the world. He was also a skilled horseman and enjoyed riding through the countryside.
One day, as he was riding along a path, he saw a lady on a horse coming from the opposite direction. He felt a sudden surge of admiration and curiosity as he approached her. He bowed his head and greeted her politely, hoping to engage her in conversation. He introduced himself as Lord Ambrose’s son and asked for her name.
She looked at him with a mixture of surprise and wariness, as if she was not used to being addressed by strangers. She replied that she was Miss Grey, Lord Grey’s daughter, and that she lived nearby.
He was instantly smitten by her and wanted to know more about her.