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“We're family; no need to thank me,” Melany replied warmly before smoothly changing the topic. “How's the
baby planning coming along with Kristopher?”
Carrie paused, her hand brushing over her flat stomach awkwardly. “Nothing yet.”
Melany didn’t seem the least bit disappointed. She gave Carrie's hand a gentle, reassuring pat. “These things
take time.”
“The more you stress, the harder it becomes. Just take it easy and let nature do its thing.”
Carrie gave a small nod. “Mm,” she murmured, her eyes wandering across the room, evidently searching for
Kristopher.
Melany picked up on it immediately. “Kristopher left for the office. He won't be hfor lunch, but don’t worry,
we'll keep you company.”
Carrie quickly assessed the pantry in her mind, considering the elderly couple's tastes and dietary needs. Rising
promptly, she said, “Melany, Shawn, we're a bit short on supplies at home. Please make yourselves comfortable
here. I'll step out and grab what we need.” Her instinct to take charge kicked in—not from a need to impress, but
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtfrom a genuine desire to care for them and express her love for the visiting elders.
Melany, catching her by the arm with a chuckle, teased, “You appear so calm, yet you rush into action so quickly.
We've barely begun our conversation, and you're already off to shop for dinner. There's no hurry. We have plenty
of tbefore we eat.” Her voice was warm, filled with fondness rather than criticism.
Recognizing their affection for her, Carrie paused and returned to her seat obediently. As she settled down,
Melany added, “We're here to spend twith you, not to watch you busily cook and clean for us. We might not
be as active as we once were, but we don’t want to be a burden. Actually, I've already sent speople out to
pick up groceries. They'll be back shortly. Relax, sit with me, and let's enjoy a good chat.”
No sooner had Melany finished her reassurance than the Norris Mansion staff entered, laden with shopping bags.
They said, “Mr. Norris, Mrs. Norris.” Upon noticing Carrie, they offered a respectful nod. “Mrs. Carrie Norris.”
After the servants took the groceries into the house, Melany’s demeanor shifted as she addressed Carrie with
gravity. She said deliberately, “Carrie, I'm aware of the challenges you've faced in this marriage, particularly with
Lise. It seems Kristopher is bewitched, turning a deaf ear to our advice. Now that he oversees the Norris legacy,
we cannot simply reprimand him as if he were still a child—it would not only embarrass him but also diminish our
family’s reputation.”
Softly, Carrie responded, “Melany, | truly appreciate your understanding and the kindness you and Shawn extend
to me.”
Melany’s expression brightened with relief, her voice softening appreciatively. “Your willingness to reconsider
things with Kristopher suggests that your love for him hasn't waned, and there's still hope for him. My hope is
that this taround, you both will cultivate your bond more attentively.”
Carrie found herself bewildered. Was this the sole reason for their visit?
Melany, noticing Carrie's bemused expression, explained, “We visited the hospital yesterday and saw Lise. Her
condition appears to be deteriorating.”
With this revelation, Carrie realized why the elders had arrived. They likely witnessed Kristopher’s interaction
with Lise and, recalling the rumors of a possible divorce, wanted to offer her reassurance. Yet, Lise’s predicament
wasn't Carrie's concern. Instead, she clasped Melany’s hand, her gaze sweeping worriedly over both elders.
Relieved to see them appearing robust and vivacious, she voiced her concern gently, saying, “How are you both?
Nothing serious at the doctor's, | hope?”
“It was merely a routine visit,” Melany said, touched by Carrie's genuine worry. Within the Norris family,
expressions of concern were common, yet they often masked deeper, selfish motives. To Melany and Shawn,
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmCarrie's earnestness was a breath of fresh air.
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