Lady Audley's Secret Chapter 30 - Preparing the Ground

In which the affectionate and trusting Sir Michael Audley is disturbed by his young wife Lucy's account of a troubling conversation with his nephew Robert, whose peculiar behaviour and alarming accusations spark concern and suspicion. Lady Audley's artful display of distress both captivates the baronet and conceals the sharper currents of her own secret thoughts, setting the stage for intricate deceptions beneath the peaceful veneer of Audley Court.