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 ready

start cooking soon.” She glanced at

driving today?” “Nah,” Hank said,

the New Year holiday—hardly anyone’s

just relax for a few

already done all the New Year shopping, haven't

of us, so

and I bought

coming over tomorrow to

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

actually want

Liberty push him into it.” “Liberty wouldn't

always lets Sonny make his

so well,” Mrs. Brown replied with a touch of

out

spoiled

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

Hank was just about to head back to his room when his mother called after him, “Hank.” He turned, waiting to hear what she

with Duncan today,” Mrs. Brown told

Hank shrugged.

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