“Annabeth,” Sharon Lindt paused, watching Annabeth Cates with an affectionate look on her face.

“Yes, Mom, go on,” Annabeth said curiously.

“Thank you for giving us such an adorable granddaughter. You’ve contributed a lot to our family,” she went on earnestly.

Perhaps she had too many sons herself, hence she'd always preferred girls.

She was very happy to have so many granddaughters now.

“Mom, your family has been so good to me. It’s only right that I offer you grandchildren in return,” Ann