Mary was also cognizant that Sheila did not want to attend.

They extended an invitation mainly because Kent and Sheila had known each other for many years, and he had studied under Dr. Marvin for two years. There was still that bond, even though relations between the two families had soured due to Kent’s mother.

After discussing it, the couple still decided to send the invitation to the Jones family.

Whether the other party accepted it was entirely up to them.

“Dr. Jones and Mr. York will be