“Are Connor and Chloe having a good time at Wildridge Manor? It's been a while since I last saw them,” Suzy asked about her niece and nephew.

Without waiting for River's reply, she continued, “Originally, Jane planned to bring the children back right after summer vacation started, but Laurence and your eldest sister-in-law's nephew—that child is called Sonny, right?

“They’d promised to meet during this holiday, and Jane has always respected the children's decisions. Since Laurence wanted to go to Wildridge Manor first, they decided to go there before coming back.”

River apologetically said, “I haven’t been home much as I’ve been in Solville all along, too busy with work. I only go back during the Christmas holiday. But I imagine the children are all having a great time.

“All six of my older brothers have brought their children back to our ancestral home. The manor is liveliest during winter and summer vacations.”

Suzy smiled. “It’s a good thing Old Mrs. York is so tolerant. Small