Kathleen understood that Wynnie was coming from a place of concern.

“Thanks for your understanding, Mom. I’ll think about it.”

Wynnie responded with a solemn nod. “Remember that no matter what decision you make, my husband and I will always be on your side.”

“Of course.”

“Why not show me around since it’s my first time here?” Wynnie grinned.

 

“I’ve just moved in today and barely know my way around.” Kathleen blushed.

“All the better! Let’s explore together,” replied Wynnie as she took hold of Kathleen’s hand.

Oh dear, her palms are freezing even with the heater on. I shouldn’t have let that she-devil Nicolette off so easily!

They began their tour of the mansion and finished by the time the sun started to set.

“Why not join us for dinner, Mom?” Kathleen invited.

“It’s all right, dear. I’ve already taken too much of your time.”

She did not savor being the third wheel in their relationship. It was best to leave them both to sort things out together.

Wynnie chose to take her leave promptly.

Kathleen ushered Wynnie to her car.

“Are you aware that Samuel intends to have the wedding ceremony as soon as possible?” Wynnie queried while getting into her car.

Kathleen inclined her head. “Well, it’s not as if there’s anything I can do about it.”

Wynnie heaved a sigh.

Samuel was still oblivious to the most pertinent part of getting back into Kathleen’s good graces.

It was just like him to be irretrievably set in his own ways.

After all, bad habits die hard. It would have been unrealistic to expect such a drastic turnaround from Samuel in such a short time.

wedding preparations as well. Samuel will have his share of work to do, but promise me you’d tell him off if you’re not happy

Mom. I’ll bear that in

I shiver to think of

embarrassment as she stared after Wynnie’s car as she drove

had just returned to the warmth of her home

toward the entrance where Samuel was standing, his body

head

arm around Kathleen’s

weighed

in a discussion? Why not decide

she had the courage to

meal, Samuel led Kathleen to the study to begin their

at a

to imagine what her wedding would be

as if she were merely a shell of her

a dream wedding felt like

fit.” These words tumbled out coldly as Kathleen

What now? Isn’t this

shrill ringing of his phone broke the

It was Wynnie.

is it, Mom?” Samuel gruffed as he

invitation in her hand. “You couldn’t even deign to consult your own mother before setting the date for such an important occasion! All the

preferred that

patience was wearing

rascal is actually

conferred with Kathleen

didn’t seem keen about

so clueless,

“Excuse me?”

right now is respect, not

would have been divorced by now

for a divorce too if I were in her shoes. Besides, what redeeming qualities do you have other than good looks

Samuel was tongue-tied.

lecture you. I was hoping that you’d address the elephant in

an option. I won’t allow her to

shook her

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