William went inside the house with the packages in his hands to see Tessa and Rosaline hugging each other.He frowned as he pulled them apart, “She is my wife, now. Stop hugging her all the time.”Tessa chuckled at him, “Are you going to keep everyone away from her?”William said through gritted teeth, “Just you.”Unable to see Tessa pacing back and forth inside the house, the three ladies had gone out for a stroll on the beach.Aria and Isabella had invited Eliyana out of courtesy. She was, after all, their daughter-in-law's grandmother. Eliyana had slept soundly and looked quite energetic in the morning.She had seen William and Rosaline go out after breakfast but had no idea where.She had assumed Al would go with them to get marriage certificates, so she had not paid much attention to it.They had strolled on the beach while the two women chatted like old friends. They had talked about their respective husbands and their lives, their kids.They purposely did not mention William a

Tessa asked, “What do you mean by 'clash with other arrangements'?”Rosaline said, “The twins have stopped breastfeeding. I was talking to El the other day, and she had planned to stay with her parents for a few weeks. Tristen will have a few weeks off as well.”“I thought bro and sis-in-law could spend a few days or even a week here. They have been so busy with the kids. It will be good to unwind. Get a full night’s sleep for a few days straight.”Tessa hummed in agreement, “That’s a good idea. When is Tristen coming?”William answered, “In 10 days exactly. Dad will have a week off around the same time.”Tessa agreed, “It should be doable. Tristen is very good at taking care of kids. Remember that Indian friend he had? His sister-in-law was in the hospital for two months, and their parents had gotten delayed for some reason.”“It was Tristen who practically raised their kid for those two months. I could laugh for a month just thinking about the pics and videos he sent to you.”Rosali

Eliyana was livid.No one had ever talked back to her like this.“You are a curse. My daughter does not have a son because of you.”“My parents do not care what my gender is. Besides, you have two grandsons from your son. We don't need to fuss about me. Mom is not going to have a child at this age. Do you think she likes you cursing her only child?”Rosaline asked her, least bothered about her curse.“What have I ever said to you that you did not deserve?” Eliyana said righteously.“Really?” Rosaline was about to retort when Eliyana cut her off.“Enough! I don’t want to banter with you. You are never up to any good.”“That works very well for me. Thank you.” Rosaline did not want to argue with her either. It did not matter to her who got the last word.“Do you own this place?” Eliyana asked out of nowhere.“Yes.” Rosaline was succinct.“You should transfer it to Samuel. You don’t deserve to have a palace like this.” Eliyana was direct, as always.Everyone gasped at her in shock.“Oh,

Rosaline added, “Actually, I think she has become worse these days due to old age.”Tessa chided her immediately, “You always find excuses for her.”Rosaline countered, “She had been ignoring me since Mom crossed 35. She probably accepted the fact Mom was not going to have another kid. So, she simply ignored me. It is different. She looks like she is out for blood.”Aria said, “Maybe you should ask your mother. If you are missing something.”Rosaline agreed, “I will do that. Let’s not tell her about you or that we got our certificates. We don’t need to explain things to anyone now that we are already married.”Isabella agreed, “That’s a good idea. Let’s not provoke her any further unless you have to. Maybe she will be able to relax a little.”Tessa nodded reluctantly.William asked, “Let’s rest for a bit. Mom, do you guys want to visit the night market?”Isabella frowned, “Night market?”Albert encouraged, “Aunty, let’s go tonight. You will love it.”They all went to their respective

They returned at around 11 pm.They did not think they should leave Eliyana alone for too long and returned early.Rosaline checked on her grandmother and was relieved to see her sound asleep.Despite her outbursts and sour face, she was having a good time. Rosaline went to her bedroom to find the water running in the bath.William yanked her in his arms and tried to kiss her, but she placed her hand between their lips.“Brush first. We ate so many things. I smell like garlic.” Rosaline said, grabbing her toothbrush.They both brushed together and rinsed their mouths quickly.They started kissing as if their life depended on it as soon as they had rinsed.“Wife, I want to keep kissing you till the end of time,” William sighed in her mouth.“I am onboard on that, husband.” Rosaline giggled.They made quick work of their clothes as they went into the bathtub, not breaking the contact between their intertwined tongues.“You taste divine,” William whispered.“Remember the first time we m