Enchanted Nightfall: Falling for Destiny

Mrs. York's comment was essentially a polite way of throwing shade: it wasn't that you're unattractive, just that you weren't as pretty as Quinn.

That certainly ruffled Mrs. Harrington and Nydia's feathers. Which woman does not care about her looks? It was almost as if Mrs. York had pointed directly at them and said, "You're just plain!"

But what was more important was that Mrs. Harrington realized, Mrs. York was unabashedly sheltering Quintessa behind her, referring to her as "our Quinn," treating her as a family member! Mrs. Harrington's gaze at Quintessa became even more complicated.

Quintessa was stunned by Mrs. York's staunch defense and was at a loss for words. She hadn't expected Mrs. York to protect her so decisively, essentially tearing apart years of acquaintance for her. Why was she being so kind?

Quintessa was also amazed at Mrs. York's quick wit.

of warmth flushed through Quintessa, gently warming her

just offhand or heartfelt, but she wanted to say thank you. It had been years since anyone treated

that's just how my mom is. She

nailed it today, turning on the charm! That comeback was just too

"Oh. Did I say

shook his head, "Mom, you're just too straightforward. Telling it like it is can sound harsh, but you and Mrs. Harrington have been friends for years. Everyone knows what kind of person you are; they won't hold it

played off each other so well, leaving no

if there was a place for her in this squabble, feeling

darkened Nydia's expression; he was implying that: My mom's just telling the