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 not

soon.” She glanced

driving today?”

the New Year holiday—hardly anyone’s

just relax for a few

the New Year shopping, haven't we?” Mrs.

of us, so we didn’t need

dad and I

might be coming over tomorrow

him.” Hank noticed his mother’s phone and figured she'd

has to actually want to

into it.”

always lets Sonny make his

well,” Mrs. Brown replied with a touch of

Lucas turned out like Sonny.”

is spoiled because

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

his room when his mother called after him,

getting her marriage certificate with Duncan today,” Mrs.

Hank shrugged.

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