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he isn't a plain ‘Mister’ either but has some title or other,” muttered Kate as, in confirmation, they heard the older woman in the distinguished group turn to John Bayhem as they neared the two women, “and how is Lady Mary, Lord John?  Is she feeling well?”
    “My mother is very well, thank you, although since my father died she rarely leaves her house in Wiltshire,” he answered.
    “Please convey my warmest regards,” she continued but Bayhem was not paying her any attention.  As his eyes met Emma's he made his apologies to the older woman and swiftly made his way to her side.  The Marquis, in a polite but aloof tone, made a similar apology to the dignified couple who continued their way to the exit, and stood near his friend.
    “We meet again.”  Bayhem's face radiated his obvious pleasure at the sight of Emma as he continued elatedly, “Fate must have destined Emma and me for each other as it's the third time today we've bumped into each other.  This is more than mere coincidence.”
    Kate almost burst into laughter.  She kept a straight face but could not, and didn't even attempt, to hide the smile in her eyes as she turned to the Marquis.  “Do you believe then, that you and I are also meant for each other?”
    He looked at her with an indecipherable expression as he answered without a trace of a smile, “Perhaps.  It depends on what you and I choose to believe.”
    He is serious to the point of grimness, Kate thought.  Didn't he possess even a trace of humor?  She wanted to make it clear that she was only joking when Bayhem turned to her, “You look marvelous, Kate.  Your speech was very moving, and the respect and affection of your students was very apparent.”
    “Thank you Lord Bayhem,” Kate smiled at him.
    “Enough of these tiresome titles, I'm John and he's Matthew.  As we plann to spend a long weekend together it would be absurd to have you address us with titles that we never use, except for formal occasions.  Don't you agree, Matthew?”
    “Yes,” he answered curtly.
    He certainly doesn't waste words, thought Kate.  She saw him cast a brief look at his watch but he said nothing.
    “Will we see you later at the ball?” asked Emma.
    “Certainly, we plan to go to the party directly from the dinner Bruton is hosting in Matthew's honor in,” he glanced at his watch and looked at Matthew in surprise, “in less than twenty minutes time.  I didn't realize it was so late.”  He turned again to Emma and Kate, “we must be off, but please, allow us to pick you up so we can go together to the ball.”
    Kate and Emma exchanged glances. There was no doubt in Kate's mind that this suggestion reflected John Bayhem's continuing interest in her sister, and besides, it would be nice to drive up to the party in a fancy car that would take them door to door from their apartment.
    “We'd love that,” Kate replied delightedly.  From the look on Emma's face it was clear she also had no desire to decline the offer.
    Matthew kept silent.  Kate felt his eyes on her face but refused to return his look.  She had no intention of letting Matthew Camedon's obvious coldness towards her spoil her good mood.
    Emma gave John their address and the two sisters and two friends went their separate ways.
    At nine thirty the bell rang.  Emma opened the door and let John in.  Very good-looking in his white shirt and black tuxedo, his hair was brushed back and fell smoothly behind his ears. Kate heard John's admiring voice as he complimented her sister before she joined them in the living room.  Kate agreed wholeheartedly.  Emma looked glamorous in a long blush pink gown.  Her figure was fuller than Kate's and the feminine dress emphasized her round buttocks and full breast.  Honey curls framed her angelic face with a golden glow.  John stared as though hypnotized and didn't move his adoring eyes from her.
    “Is Matthew waiting downstairs?” Emma asked as she fetched her purse and