Once a Doormat, Now Untouchable
He gave Penelope a cold glance and ordered, "Stay in the car. You don't need to come inside."
Her pregnancy had begun to show, and if anyone noticed and started asking questions, it would humiliate the entire Hampton family.
Before Penelope could respond, the Hutton housekeeper appeared at the entrance. "Mr. Hampton, Madan Hampton, please come in."
Caleb had no choice but to follow, the two women trailing behind him into the grand Hutton estate.
Brimcrest and Jouleston were not far apart, and the great families of both cities had always maintained close ties. Florence and Adeline had met several times before, so their conversation flowed easily.