His work habits were to be expected. Investments didn't stop their reporting because one was traveling, and when an investor was as talented as Linford was extra diligence was required. Eloise understood, probably more than her husband was aware.

"Trade doesn't cease when you leave," she answered lightly with a smile. Besides, his working meant she was free to engage with Julius whenever the opportunity arose. If the opportunity ever arose, that was. "I'm enjoying it greatly. I didn't realize how much I missed being home." A lie, of course. Eloise missed her family and English society greatly. While she loved and respected Linford, the tribes were a bit too savage at times for her tastes.