What is it, my dear delight?'She gave a tiny sigh, but shook her head, and looked up smilingly into his face. 'Mere irritation of the nerves, perhaps. Never mind it! I'm better now.''I do mind it.' He had been holding both her hands, but he released one, and drew a finger lightly across he brow. 'You mustn't frown, Venetia. Never in my presence, at all events!''Well, I won't!' she said obligingly. 'Are you smoothing it away - *stoopid*?
by Georgette Heyer
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In this excerpt from Georgette Heyer's "Venetia," a tender conversation unfolds between two characters. One character expresses concern over the other’s momentary discomfort, suggesting it might be just a minor nervous irritation. The response is light-hearted and positive; she assures him that she feels better, indicating a close bond between them.

Despite her reassurances, he insists on her wellbeing, showing his tenderness by lightly touching her brow. He urges her not...

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