Even with fresh questions about what she observed in the orphanage brewing in her head, Leonor was momentarily distracted by Desmond's suggestion they would stay in town for the rest of the day.
Since he told her she would have to see, Leonor decided to remain silent. However, it didn't mean she would sit silently by herself.
With the curtains of the carriage window open and the two riders inside visible for the world to see, Leonor lifted her skirts and moved to Desmond's seat. When he saw what she was doing, he caught her so she wouldn't fall in case they met a bump in the road.
The carriage was big enough for at least six people but she cuddled up to the duke by placing the side of her head against his shoulder. She found his large hand and held it as they rode.
