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Lord Medenham's planned trip to the Epsom Derby changes course when his aunt cancels her trip due to illness. Halting in London, he encounters Simmonds, an old army comrade whose broken automobile threatens a lucrative contract with an American heiress. Medenham assumes the identity of driver Fitzroy to pilot the Mercury 38 himself. He steps into a grand touring adventure completely unknown to his passenger, Cynthia Vanrenen.
CHAPTER II
Driving south toward Brighton, Medenham navigates both winding roads and spirited conversation with Cynthia Vanrenen. The arrival of Count Edouard Marigny at the seaside hotel exposes a competing fortune-hunter on Cynthia's trail. Meanwhile, Medenham's mechanic Dale accidentally lets slip his employer's aristocratic title to a rival chauffeur. Medenham must quickly concoct a cover story to keep his true identity concealed.
CHAPTER III → CHAPTER IV
The road trip moves across England to the historic gardens of Wells Palace and the majestic gorge at Cheddar. Medenham guides Cynthia through ancient cloisters while maintaining his driver persona, letting genuine admiration replace social pretense. Behind the scenes, Count Marigny and Captain Devar coordinate their efforts to ambush the touring party. The idyllic countryside backdrop becomes the arena for a quiet battle of wits.
CHAPTER V → CHAPTER VI
Marigny attempts to isolate Cynthia on the rough tracks of the Mendip hills by stranding her vehicle without fuel. Medenham anticipates the deceit, arrives in his Mercury with spare petrol, and exposes the trap. Refusing to let the nobleman-turned-driver be dismissed, Cynthia returns safely to her car under Medenham's guidance. The thwarted Count is left alone in the dusk as the travelers head for Bristol.
CHAPTER VII
Word of Medenham's disguise reaches his father, the Earl of Fairholme, who arrives in Bristol to investigate his son's mysterious disappearance. Chauffeurs Dale and Simmonds scramble to dodge the Earl's aggressive questioning without betraying their employer. The Earl takes control of the search, forcing his way along the route toward Gloucester and Hereford. Meanwhile, Medenham drives smoothly onward toward the River Wye, blissfully unaware of his father's pursuit.
CHAPTER VIII → CHAPTER IX
A quiet evening row along the Wye at Symon's Yat brings Medenham and Cynthia into intimate conversation. As they navigate the dark waters, the skiff strikes a hidden river obstruction and begins to sink rapidly. Medenham leaps into the current and carries Cynthia to safety without a moment's hesitation. His swift rescue proves his devotion far more convincingly than any formal aristocratic title could.
CHAPTER X
Stopping at Hereford and Ludlow, Medenham manages hotel logistics while internal tension builds. Letters arrive announcing that Cynthia's father has arrived in London and is sending an old family friend, Mrs. Leland, to join the tour. Realizing that new chaperones will swiftly expose his true rank, Medenham plans his quiet departure. He prepares to hand over driving duties before the romantic illusion collapses under public scrutiny.
CHAPTER XI → CHAPTER XII
Among the ancient stones of Ludlow Castle, Medenham shares an evocative recitation of Milton's Comus with Cynthia. Upon reaching Chester, he bids her a sudden farewell, leaving his driver Dale to take over the vehicle. Medenham travels directly to London to face his irate father and account for his unannounced absence. Cynthia enters the hotel bewildered by his sudden departure yet deeply affected by their shared journey.
CHAPTER XIII
Learning of the driver's true identity, Mr. Vanrenen forbids Cynthia from contacting Medenham, assuming the trick was an insult to her reputation. Meanwhile, Count Marigny sends a provocative note to Medenham's London residence, baiting him into a direct confrontation. Medenham meets the Frenchman at a hotel, where Marigny demands a duel to settle their feud. Outraged by the Count's persistent schemes, Medenham accepts the challenge.
CHAPTER XIV → CHAPTER XVI
The duel leaves Medenham slightly wounded, while Marigny flees to Brussels to escape consequences. The revelation of Medenham's brave defense and true honorable motives clears away Mr. Vanrenen's lingering hostility. Cynthia and Medenham celebrate their union in marriage, while Mr. Vanrenen finds romance of his own with Mrs. Leland. The motor tour concludes with misunderstandings resolved and lasting happiness secured for all.
THE END → KATE DOUGLAS WIGGIN’S STORIES OF PURE DELIGHT
A lighthearted romantic motoring adventure through Edwardian England unravels aristocrats, fortune-hunters, and unexpected true love.