Chapter 2

"What? You want her to live in our house?" I suddenly raised my voice, utterly incredulous!

My mother-in-law quickly stood up and covered my mouth,

"Opal, keep your voice down. Don't let Snow hear in the next room."

She glanced towards the doorway several times.

I took a few deep breaths to calm myself down.

Trying to keep my expression neutral, I asked my mother-in-law,

"Mom, if she lives here, where will Charlie and I stay?"

"Opal, Snow came all the way from another state because of her love for Jack. She doesn't have any friends or family here except us. Whether out of kindness or courtesy, I can't let her stay in a hotel. It's my fault for not being capable enough. I haven't saved much money over the years, I can't even help my son with his marriage..."

Her response only made things worse. She started pouring out her grievances to me.

I couldn't help but feel annoyed. Wasn't I a new bride too?

I glanced at my husband beside me,

Only to see him looking at his mother with sympathy, completely oblivious to my discomfort.

Great! He's no help either!