I had heard the gossip. Who in London hadn't? But
whether or not the elusive Venus Duras would favor one
of her numerous suitors didn't concern me. After all,
I had a surfeit of obliging lovers. And then I bumped
into her. Literally.

She was utterly enchanting, the most dazzling creature
I had ever seen. I knew she had to be mine. But she
was aware of my reputation and thought me a libertine.
When I invited her to a dinner party, she gave me the
cut direct.

Within hours our heated encounter became the talk of
the town. Who could resist a wager or two on the
delicious possibilities? Could I conquer the
unconquerable Miss Duras? Would she resist or succumb
to my legendary powers of seduction?

It became a luscious game and tantalizing spectacle--
wildly provocative, uncertain in outcome, a delight
and fascination to all society. Never in my wildest
dreams did I think I would ever meet my match. But
then, I never dreamed I would meet a real-life Venus.

Yours,

The Marquis of Redvers