Charlene braced herself and spoke up under Brendan’s watchful eyes. “It’s apparent that your mother is still abroad, so how can you meet her so soon, huh?”

“Is that so…” Deirdre was relieved abruptly and only discovered that her fingers were trembling after her mind relaxed.

She had felt terror taking over her, and she was glad that her speculation was not true.

“I don’t care. I just want to see her! Don’t worry, I’m not going to hold on to the status of Mrs. Brighthall forever.” Deirdre sn