A Reborn Bride Pearl Emerging from Dust by Sally Garcia

Although Uriah was deeply skeptical about what Silas had said, he figured that with so many people around, it wasn't exactly unheard of for someone to get separated from the group. After a moment's thought, he turned and went off to look for Mavis.

"Do you want to let them know?" Silas asked, glancing at Calliope.

"No need," Calliope replied with a smile. "They're probably having a blast. Mavis just texted me that she thinks Norton's great. They're hitting it off and have plenty to talk about."

She hadn't expected Mavis and Norton to get along so well, honestly. But it was clear those two were really enjoying each other's company.

Silas nodded. "Alright, let's just leave them be. Uriah's on his way over. Let's see how he reacts."

Calliope's eyes suddenly sparkled with mischief, like she'd just thought of something especially fun.

Silas paused, instantly catching on. Judging by her expression, she was definitely up for a little bit of drama.

it out too!" she said eagerly, obviously curious about how

a look of affection softening his features. He ruffled her hair

them set off, sneaking behind Uriah as

meanwhile, was too preoccupied to notice that not only had his buddy sold him out, but he was now being tailed by Silas and his wife, who were clearly there

the idea of Mavis and Norton hanging out alone together. Especially since Calliope had mentioned that Norton might be interested in Mavis.

occurred to him-both of them had the last name Shepherd. If they ever had kids, there wouldn't even be a debate about what

their kid have to call him "Grandpa Uriah” or something? That would make him

...

Norton were genuinely hitting it off, but it wasn't that kind of chemistry. It was more like the easy banter of siblings. They enjoyed each other's company didn't find each other annoying, and actually liked hanging out, but

big brother. As for Norton, he already

Mavis

out for whoever he was with, so he made sure Mavis was having a good time. If she glanced at something, he'd buy it for her without a second thought. The guy had social