Trail of the Serpent Book II unfolds murder and gold
A doctor discovers a trusted helper has forged cheques after raiding his desk. A body appears on Halford Heath. Jabez North vanishes as detectives probe poison sales and a deadly love note. Opera House scene highlights fashion, the King, and Valerie de Cevennes, an orphan heiress. The Stopperton pupils await a date in July.
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London
Jabez
Clarinda
Belgravia
Halford Heath
Jabez North
Landanum
France
Louis Philippe
America
Eldorado
Marquis de Cevennes
Valerie de Cevennes
Paris Opera Night Sparks a Lounger’s Jealous Eye
In a Paris opera box a Spanish beauty captivates as the La Sonnambula unfolds. The lounger notes Valerie de Cevennes with a hidden glance, while Elvino’s passion and a bouquet raise whispers of secrets amid the royal party. The scene ends with a walk home in the rain as Farée questions linger.
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Elvino
Valerie de Cevennes
Amina
Valerie
Farée
Monsieur
Brougham
Cearle
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