Chapter 9
Anthea’s eyebrows arched slightly at the mention of Rebecca’s name.
It was clear from Nanson’s tone that he had a bone to pick with Rebecca. Anthea mused there must be a story there.
Carole Interjected, “Whatever you say about her, I guarantee Ann’s not that kind of girl. Hey, you might be hungry after delivering all day. There’s some spaghetti in the kitchen. Help yourself. I’m going to make Ann’s bed.”
“I’ll come with you, Mom,” Anthea said.
“Okay.”
Anthea and Carole headed to the guest room, pulling out a comforter and making the bed. Normally, a thin cotton sheet would suffice for summer, but the basement was a different story – it was chilly all year round.
Carole was still getting to know this daughter of hers, and that made her a bit reserved. The air was tinged with awkwardness as they spread the bedding, neither sure of what to say.
Anthea sensed Carole’s cautiousness and, with a smile, struck up a casual conversation to break the ice. She was determined not to let Carole down. Having been an orphan in her previous life, this time around, she was resolved to cherish the maternal love that she had so fortuitously found.
After making the bed, Carole fetched a plate of freshly sliced watermelon for Anthea.
used to living in the lap of luxury, washing her face with
also present during the infamous Evian incident. Had it not been for Carole’s intervention, he might have lost his temper
her
her?”
ungrateful. And she, she was raised by someone else! I’m
edges, Nanson genuinely cared for his sister, Carole. He dreaded
Carole said with unwavering faith, “I can see in her eyes that she has truly turned
exasperated sigh, Nanson gave way to Carole, muttering
Chapter 9
to Anthea’s foom, reminding Nanson on her way out, “Finish your meal and get some sleep early. No gambling
in agreement.
Anthea’s room with the watermelon.
“Thanks, Mom.”
the juicy fruit with a fork, tasting its sweetness. It was from the heart of
too,” she offered Carole a piece.
fond of watermelon, dear.
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