Mrs. Brown was quiet on the other end of the line for a long moment.

Finally, she said, “Oh, today? Well...

congratulations, Liberty.

I hope you and Duncan have a lifetime of happiness together.” “Thank you,” Liberty replied simply.

There was so much Mrs. Brown had wanted to say, but now, hearing that Liberty and Duncan were getting their marriage certificate that very day, the words felt pointless.

With little else to add, Mrs. Brown ended the call.

As soon as she hung up, Mr. Brown, who had been sitting beside her, leaned in.

“So, did Liberty agree to let Sonny stay for a few days?” Mrs. Brown, lost in thought, didn’t answer immediately.

Just then, the master bedroom door opened, and Hank shuffled out in his pajamas.

Noticing his parents on the sofa, he yawned.

“Morning, Mom.

What's for breakfast?” Mrs. Brown shook herself out of her daze.

they’re

start cooking soon.” She glanced

driving today?” “Nah,” Hank

New Year

figured I'd just relax for a

the New

of us, so we didn’t need

dad and I bought

over tomorrow to

spend some time with him.” Hank

has to actually want to come back,

push him into it.”

Sonny make his

so well,” Mrs. Brown

out like

is spoiled

haven’t had

just about to head back to his room

marriage certificate with Duncan today,” Mrs.

Hank shrugged.

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