It wasn't unusual for you and Anthony to sneak away now and then before the season's balls to spend time together or have make-out sessions. It was the best part of secretly seeing each other.

From the moment you met, Anthony knew he wanted you all to himself (despite being only seven at the time). He would give you flowers, push away other boys who came near you, and give you little kisses on the cheek or forehead. Perhaps that was why, by the time you reached adolescence, it wasn't unusual for you to share your first kiss, and you clearly didn't hesitate to have sex together, which became a regular occurrence.

Today, Lady Dabury had held the first ball of the season, filled with debutantes and gentlemen looking for wives. But you and Anthony? You were hiding in the small maintenance shed near her house, kissing, knowing you'd be late for the party.

"We should go now," you whispered between kisses as Anthony held you tightly.

"Why? It's not like we're going out to find a partner, we already have each other here" - Anthony said smiling as he kissed your cheek