What is it? What else could it be? Its about your future! Your aunt has introduced you to a fine young man.
When are you going to meet him? Her mother was at it again.
Corrine rubbed her temples, feeling it throb harder.
Hes good-looking and has a stable job.
You should meet him.
Youre not getting any younger, you know.
Her mother droned on about the mans qualifications.
The more Corrine listened, the more her head ached.
Mom, stop it, she cut in. I might not be able to come home tonight.
The agency just sent me on an assignment out of town.
I will be away for a few days.
Well talk about it later, okay? Corrine ended the call with a long sigh.
Tilda, who had overheard the conversation, glanced at her from the drivers seat.
She inquired, Corrine, are you really going out of town for work tonight? Corrines expression was weary as she met Tildas gaze.
Theres no work trip.
I lied to my mom.
Why lie? Tilda asked gently.
She keeps pushing me to settle down and wants me to go on a blind date tomorrow.
I didnt want to go back and Listen to another round of nagging, so I came up with an excuse.
Tilda nodded, understanding.
At twenty-eight, Corrine was considered a mature woman by her familys standards.
It wasnt surprising that Corrines mother was anxious about her marriage prospects.
Do you still want me to take you home? Tilda asked.
No, just drop me off at a nearby hotel.
Ill be fine, Corrine replied quickly. After a moment of consideration, Tilda suggested, Why dont you come home with me? You could stay over.
Corrine gave her a sideways glance, amused.
Thanks, but Im used to being on my own.
Besides, Id rather not watch you and your husband play the perfect couple.
Tilda chuckled but didnt press the matter.
She found a nearby five-star hotel and pulled into the drive.
As the car came to a stop, Keanu, who had been silently observing the entire exchange, got out as well.
Do you have your ID with you, idol? Keanu asked, his tone light.
Corrine gave him a look and responded, Yes.