I must have forgotten the outcome of your previous encounter!' Sir James continued to smile, with that air of patronage which made Adrian long to hit him. 'But he matches his grays against a very different pair this time, you must remember.' 'True, but you are driving them, are you not?' said Adrian, with deceptive innocence.
In the excerpt from Georgette Heyer's "Faro's Daughter," Sir James maintains a patronizing demeanor as he recalls a past competition involving Adrian. His renewed confidence in matching his grays suggests that he believes the circumstances have changed enough to secure victory. Adrian, however, subtly questions this assumption while maintaining an innocent facade, hinting at underlying tension between the two characters. The exchange captures a playful yet competitive dynamic, with Sir James's smugness provoking a desire for retaliation from Adrian. This interaction highlights the complexities of their relationship, blending humor and rivalry as they navigate their social standings and personal ambitions in the world of horse racing.
In the excerpt from Georgette Heyer's "Faro's Daughter," Sir James maintains a patronizing demeanor as he recalls a past competition involving Adrian. His renewed confidence in matching his grays suggests that he believes the circumstances have changed enough to secure victory. Adrian, however, subtly questions this assumption while maintaining an innocent facade, hinting at underlying tension between the two characters.
The exchange captures a playful yet competitive dynamic, with Sir James's smugness provoking a desire for retaliation from Adrian. This interaction highlights the complexities of their relationship, blending humor and rivalry as they navigate their social standings and personal ambitions in the world of horse racing.
