Blind Love

Set in 1881, the story unfolds in the quaint Irish town of Ardoon, where Dennis Howmore, a head clerk, is abruptly summoned by his employer, Sir Giles Mountjoy, a knight and banker. The narrative begins with a mysterious messenger who disrupts Dennis's morning, urging him to attend to the master without delay. As Dennis rushes to comply, the tension builds, hinting at the significance of the meeting and the dynamics of their professional relationship. The scene sets the stage for intrigue and potential conflict in a historical context.