Lori was stunned, and tears immediately started welling up her eyes.

"What do you mean, Marcus?? If you don't welcome me to your home, my mother, my daughter and I will leave right away!" She paused then added, "Besides, it's not like this house belongs to you alone, doesn’t it? We came here to see grandpa, my uncle and aunt-in-law, not to see you! We are simply being polite by waiting for you here!"

After a moment of hesitation, he responded with a low voice. "I'm sorry, excuse my manners. I'