Claude sat quietly, his eyes glued to a book for hours.

Hetfield's Homestead was right next door to the Claude's house.

After returning home, Morwenna headed straight upstairs to catch some sleep.

She had a night shift at the nursing home and this was the only time she could get some rest.

Seeing her ascend the stairs, Yara huffed in displeasure, "Vanished all day and now heading straight to bed upon coming back. What kind of wife does that? To outsiders, it might look like we brought a queen home."

Morwenna paused mid-step.

Realizing she had spoken too boldly, especially considering Morwenna's assertive nature even in front of Stuart, Yara clamped her mouth shut, worried about provoking her, especially since she was pregnant. However, Morwenna nodded and said, "You're right, Yara. I'll be more mindful in the future."

With that, she continued upstairs to rest.

Yara huffed again.

her room, Morwenna quickly took a shower and lay down in bed, clearing her mind of all distractions, much like she did during her exams, trying to catch some sleep whenever she had time. The busyness helped her avoid overthinking.

in

her

time, Morwenna figured three hours

downstairs, including Sabrina, who had returned

the family home due to tension with her mother-in-law, while she was pregnant. Three of her daughters were still in school, the other one

were busy working

the younger family members to return to the

the mansion included Norbert,

Politely, Morwenna greeted them.

sit by me, Morwenna. I had to step

Morwenna shook her head.

and Morwenna hadn't really interacted with

her gown, Sabrina asked, "Where are you from, Morwenna? And how did

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