Once alone, Laura hastened to get ready.
Despite her nerves and clumsiness, she felt a deep contentment.
What mattered more than being with the one she loved?
She stepped outside, prepared for the day.
Dawn was breaking, casting a gentle light over Evans Gardon, awakening it to life.
The kitchen buzzed with activity.
Mark was at the helm, preparing breakfast, with Olivia lending a hand, showcasing her affectionate side.
Edwin, ever helpful, joined in the preparations.
Laura greeted them.
Mark looked up, his expression warm.
âGood morning, Laura!â
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Feeling a bit shy, Laura hummed her greeting, offering to help.
Edwin, however, suggested, âWhy not water the marigolds in the yard?
The kitchenâs all smoky, not a place for ladies.
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Olivia retorted, âIâve been here all morning, and you didnât mention the smoke to me.
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Edwin responded, âYou insisted on staying.
I couldnât stop you! But remember, one day your husband will look out for you.
â
Olivia playfully complained, âYou get a wife and forget your sister.
â
She pulled a face and led Laura outside.
As they watered the flowers, Olivia, feeling the chill, decided to use hot water, think
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ing it would keep the plants warm.
Mark noticed and was aghast.
âHot water on plants!â
He lamented, cradling a flower pot.
âThese were your Grandmaâs favorite.
Todayâs her day, and now her flowers are ruined.
â
Olivia blinked innocently, and Laura watched in silence.
After a pause, Mark repotted the flowers, regretfully saying, âIâm not sure theyâll survive.
â He warned Olivia, âIf they donât, youâre getting a spanking.
â
Olivia wrapped her arms around his, gazing up at him.