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...