CHAPTER 49 TOGETHER

Jane paced back and forth in front of the stables, her anxiety growing with each passing moment. Where was Max? She had told him to meet her here at dawn, and the sun was already rising over the horizon. Just as she was starting to worry, Max appeared, leading his horse out of the stables. "Jane, what's wrong?" he asked, noticing her distressed expression. "It's Mary," Jane replied, her voice trembling. "She's gone missing. I think she tried to escape to Somerset. She's keen on getting married to the Duke." Max's expression turned serious. "I'll help you find her," he said, without hesitation. Jane nodded, feeling a surge of gratitude. "Thank you, Max. But I'm coming with you. I can't just sit around and wait for news." Max looked at her uncertainly. "Jane, it could be dangerous..." "I don't care," Jane interrupted. "Mary is my sister, and I need to be there to help her. Besides, I can ride and shoot just as well as you can." Max chuckled. "Alright, alright. But stay close and d