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.

but they’re not

start cooking soon.” She glanced at

driving today?” “Nah,” Hank said,

Year holiday—hardly

relax for a few

we've already done all the New Year shopping,

three of us, so we didn’t

dad and I

Sonny might be coming over tomorrow to stay for a couple of

sure to spend some time with him.” Hank noticed his mother’s phone

has to actually want to come back,

him into it.” “Liberty wouldn't

always lets Sonny make his

so well,” Mrs. Brown replied with a touch

out like Sonny.”

spoiled

keeps Sonny grounded.” “Mom, I haven’t had a good morning

breakfast is ready.” Hank was just about to head back to his

her marriage certificate with

Hank shrugged.

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