Chapter 166 - Hundred And Sixty Six

Chapter 166: Chapter Hundred And Sixty Six

Mrs. Doris, her eyes still glistening with tears of disbelief and joy, took Delia into the small, clean room at the back of her store. It was her home. It was humble, with simple, well-worn furniture, but it was filled with a quiet, dignified warmth. She gave Delia and the well-dressed Prescott two small wooden stools to sit on.

Now seated, she held both of Delia’s hands in her own, her gaze searching the young woman’s face as if to confirm she was real. "So, you are married now, my lady?" she asked, her voice full of a gentle wonder.

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