Hence why no one knew Serena and Jasmine’s names even though they had attended multiple social gatherings.
Jasmine made a name for herself when she lay down on the ground during Mrs. Dawson’s birthday celebration.
“Liberty.”
Mrs. Stone could relax when it came to her younger niece. Serena was lucky and had great in- laws.
Liberty was nodding off with her son in her arms.
Sonny was already asleep.
Holding her son, she could barely open her eyes. She was about to crash out.
The sudden cry from her aunt pulled her back from dreamland. Liberty turned to her aunt. “What’s the matter, Aunt Audrey?”
“You’re tired, Liberty. Take Sonny with you and get some rest in the guestroom. Your morning business can take a toll on you since you have to get up bright early.”
Seeing that Liberty could barely stay awake, Mrs. Stone had to leave the conversation for another day.
“Sure, it’s a tiring job, but it’s the good kind of exhaustion. What do you want to say, Aunt Audrey? I’ll head to bed after we finish this conversation.”
Liberty smiled innocently.
“I wanted to ask you if you’re interested in joining me for an event tomorrow night. Seren could take you, but I thought you might want to come with me if you don’t want to go with Seren and Zack. Don’t worry about what people say about you. I’m your aunt after all.”
Liberty turned down the offer and responded with a smile, “Aunt
Audrey, you said it yourself. Seren can take me if I’m interested, but it isn’t my scene. The community is not right for me. Maybe I’ll be a part of the higher society when my business grows and expands to several restaurants.”
It was not Liberty’s intention to go into the exclusive circle by riding on coattails.
It was not her time right now. She would not be able to feel at home.
Once she earned her spot, the community would welcome her with open arms without her even trying.
“I won’t make you then.”
Liberty even refused a car as a gift from her sister and brother–in–law.
Mrs. Stone did not pursue the matter. With Duncan’s frequent visits to Liberty’s diner in mind, Mrs. Stone fell silent for a while before probing, “Liberty, does Mr. Lewis have breakfast at your place. every day?”
Liberty answered, “He would come and give me business when my diner is open. He’s not fussy with food. Although he’s a billion–dollar CEO, he acts like your everyday people.”
Mrs. Stone scanned Liberty’s expression and could tell that Liberty thought nothing much of the daily visits. Mrs. Stone sighed to herself. Well, everybody had their own path to walk, and there were certain things that could not be stopped.
While Mrs. Stone admired Duncan, Mrs. Lewis clearly looked down on Liberty.
“Go on and have your rest, Liberty. Elisa and I will take you to shop for a car after your nap,” Mrs. Stone lovingly uttered.
Since Liberty was exhausted, she carried her son upstairs and entered the usual guest room. Clive had accompanied his wife to get some rest in the bedroom.
“Any news, Seren?” Mrs. Stone threw a question at Serena.
Serena huddled together with Elisa watching reels when her aunt asked her a question. Lifting her chin, she asked in confusion, “What news, Aunt Audrey?”
Elisa stopped the videos and looked at her mother.
“Are you referring to our investment? The contracts are signed and out of the way, so the work can commence now. i’m hiring a few agriculturists to start farming. Serena, we should get a start on the sales front too.”
Elisa was running the sales bit now. However, agriculture was still underway, and nothing had grown yet. Hence, they had not received any orders.
Serena responded, “Sure. Tomorrow night is a good opportunity.“
Old Mr. Marshall’s birthday celebration was a business engagement too.
Mrs. Stone was speechless.
Judging by the scowl on her mother’s face, Elisa realized they got the wrong answer.
She gave Serena a nudge..
It dawned on Serena what Mrs. Stone was trying to get to. “Aunt Audrey, are you asking if I’m pregnant?”
“Clive and Zack are supportive of your project. I believe your investment looks promising, so I’m not worried about that. I’m not getting any younger. I’m most worried about your marriage.”
“That reminds me, Seren. I need to go out for a bit,”
Jolting to her feet, Elisa was ready to ditch Serena and make a run for it.
She fled to the door and said, “Don’t worry, Seren. I’ll take care of what you’ve asked of me.”
It was to go with Liberty to get a car.
Mrs. Stone remarked, “Serena, look at Elisa… She and Anthony will be the death of me. She’s twenty- seven now, and yet she doesn’t see that time is ticking.”
“Elisa can take her time,” Serena hinted.
Mrs. Stone fell silent before replying, “Remy’s home is in Annenburg. It’s too far away. I’m not ready for Elisa to move away. It would be great if you can get Zack to have a man–to–man talk about giving up on Elisa. Tell him to stop approaching Elisa. I don’t want Elisa to be hurt again.”
“Didn’t Mr. Johnson buy a house? It’s next door. You will be neighbors. How far is that?”
Mrs. Stone answered, “No matter how many properties he gets, it will not change the fact that he was born and raised in Annenburg.”
Serena was at a loss for words.
“Serena, it’s time to start a family with Zack.”
“Aunt Audrey, I don’t have a bun in the oven even though Zack and I don’t use protection. I don’t know if I have a fertility issue. I was thinking that I should go for a body checkup if I’m not expecting in the next few weeks. I should get early treatment if the problem lies with me.
“If Zack has a problem, at least we can get him the treatment he needs too.”
Nevertheless, Serena believed the issue was likely with her since Zack was a beast in bed.
It was hard to imagine her manly man firing blanks.
Mrs. Stone was concerned. “Both of you are fit and healthy. I don’t think you have a health issue. Relax. Sometimes, it’s harder to get pregnant when you try to. The pressure can be too much.”
By taking it easy or letting nature take its course, a baby might suddenly pop up and give her at surprise.
“Aunt Audrey, some people may look healthy, but they could have underlying health issues. You’ll never know what’s wrong without a physical examination.”
Mrs. Stone queried Serena about her menstrual cycle before giving an input, “The period cramps. shouldn’t affect the pregnancy. You might be taking in a lot of stress. Do your in–laws pressure you? Don’t bother with them. Just relax and take it easy. If things get too much, go on a holiday. with Zack.”
Serena gave it a thought before replying, “I don’t take on a lot of stress. My in–laws are not pressuring me either. Nana only talked about having a great–granddaughter every once in a while. Zack said he’s taking me on a trip to Annenburg once he’s done with his work. We’re going to visit Mr. Young–Johnson.”
Zack believed Serena did not have many friends, so he was trying to get her and Ben’s wife, Jane, together.
Since Remy was part of the Johnson family, and he was in love with Elisa, Serena could befriend. Jane and get an understanding of the Johnson family for Elisa. At least, she could check out if the Johnsons were as nice as the public put it out to be.
The way Serena saw it, Elisa and Remy got along well. They looked good together. Serena would stand on Elisa’s corner and convince Aunt Audrey if the Johnsons proved to be a good family and if Elisa developed feelings for Remy too.
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New Book: Back Home to Marry Off Myself
Loredana’s father left the family for his mistress, leaving them to fend for themselves abroad. When life was at its toughest, her father showed up with “good news” after 8 years of absence: To marry off Loredana to a paralyzed son of the wealthy Mendelsohn family.