Audrey hummed in affirmation. “You’ve made all the arrangements in advance, so I’m relieved. I just hope that each of us can return home safely. Serenity said she wants Zachary to fetch her and Sonny from FC Manor. Duncan also told me that he wants you to return to Wiltspoon safely. He’s waiting for you at home and ready to register your marriage just in time to celebrate Christmas together.”

Audrey took her niece’s hand and, at the mention of Liberty and Duncan’s union, she could not help but smile. “I’m so happy to see you and Duncan getting married, to see your wedding, and to see Serenity having a baby. I feel happy for your mother too.”

Liberty blushed slightly. “Don’t you think it might be a bit rushed to register our marriage before Christmas?”

“Registering your marriage isn’t the same as holding a wedding. It’s not rushed. Zachary and Serenity did it that way—they got the marriage license first and then chose a later date to slowly prepare for the wedding. Duncan said he’d g