"Damien, we are not going to harm her. We want to get to know your wife. Can't you grant us a moment alone with her? Eloise, what do you think?" Camille asked, turning to Elosie for support.
"A moment to get well acquainted does not sound awful. Surely, you would grant it," Eloise said, pleading with her eyes for Damien to allow it.
"Very well," Damien agreed. "But I will be near."
Eloise looked down at her hand, which Damien had yet to release, but after noticing her gaze, he let go.
Eloise watched Damien leave the drawing room before moving to sit.
"He is a little too protective," said Camille.
"I see how it would bother others, but I don't mind it. I quite enjoy being protected," Eloise said, defending Damien's actions. "I also understand why you think he should be more relaxed when it comes to family."
