Henrick sighed in frustration.

I shouldn‘t have brought this crazy b*tch back! Her antics have thoroughly embarrassed me.

The backyard once again regained its serenity after Cindy had been escorted back to the house.

“Apologies, everybody,” Henrick started. “Cindy is too distraught tonight to think straight. She has made a fool of herself in front of all of you.”

The crowd exchanged glances before dismissing his apology by waving their hands. “Not to worry, it’s completely understandable.”

“Make sure Mrs. Southall takes care of herself. You can always try for another child. It wouldn’t do if she fell ill.”

“You must take care of yourself too and be strong throughout this ordeal.”

With the words of consolation offered by his guests, Henrick felt much calmer.

hesitated before

a good doctor to have

nodded. “I’ll do

“your daughter Arielle is an excellent one. If it weren’t for

was shocked. “Arielle practices

“Don’t you know that

possible?” Henrick

 the village? From where would she have

ignorance on the matter, Russell immediately recounted the events of the night before. His narration

soon turned

concluded at last with a pat on Henrick’s shoulder. “You must treat her well! Don’t let the

nodded in a daze. Despite the humorous circumstances, he felt

 skilled in the medicinal arts? Did she keep it from me on purpose? Why would she do such a thing? Is Arielle up to something like Cindy

as alarm bells began ringing in his head. His gaze

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