I do know, however, that they took more than one man to their beds.Adela gasped and Madelyne nodded, thoroughly satisfied by her friend's reaction. More than one at a time? Adela asked. She whispered the question and then blushed with embarrassment. Madelyne nibbled on her lip while she considered if that was possible.I don't think so, she finally announced. Her back was to the door, and Adela's full attention was centered on her friend. Neither noticed Duncan now stood in the open doorway.
In Julie Garwood's "Honor's Splendour," Adela is taken aback by a revelation about certain experiences shared among friends. The mention of more than one man in intimate contexts leaves her in shock, prompting a mix of curiosity and embarrassment. She quietly inquires, almost incredulously, if such occurrences could actually happen, her reaction underscoring the social norms expected of women during that time.
Madelyne, contemplating Adela's question, ultimately decides that the idea of sharing more than one partner at once seems unlikely. Their discussion is marked by an atmosphere of intrigue and innocence, as neither woman is aware of Duncan's presence watching from the doorway. This moment highlights themes of perception, societal expectations, and the personal discoveries that women navigate in their relationships.
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