Chapter 8
“It will be just a little while,” Jonathan begged. “Just wait for me, please.”
“For how long? Days, weeks, months, years even? I cannot delay my life and plans forever at your leisure.” With that, Sebastian turned on his heel, departing to yet another soiree without a goodbye.
Looking back, it was clear to Jonathan that they had already gone their separate ways well before their physical parting. It was just that at the time, under so much pressure, he simply couldn’t perceive that. Jonathan loved Sebastian, there was no question of that, but he was also deeply committed to his family’s well-being and security. Unlike Sebastian, he did not grudge his uncle’s widow the need of his time and services. She and the children were his only remaining relatives, after all.