Chapter 119: Visitor with news (3)
"Must I be welcomed by your guards in that manner each time I come? By now, I should have been welcomed with open arms since I am without your father. Do not make me have to destroy your home," Josephine warned Xavier. "I can do it."
"If you give notice before you show up, you will receive a better welcome. It is always that simple, mother," Xavier replied.
"I know it wasn’t you who allowed me inside so thank you, Selene. I see more of why you were a good choice for him. I won’t be long since I know I am disturbing you but what I have to say could not wait," said Josephine, getting to the point of her visit.
"I was surprised by the arrival of your father’s siblings. That fool didn’t consider the trouble this would bring us and I heard something about waking your grandfather or great-grandfather. That is not a good idea," Josephine said, knowing the conflict that would arise. "More Blackthorns are showing up in town and they are preparing to have a family meeting."
"You could have sent this in a letter," Xavier said, not surprised by what she shared.
Josephine thought of hitting Xavier’s arm for once in her life to scold him. "I thought it would be appreciated if I told you in person and I have not seen the two of you since your wedding. It shouldn’t hurt to invite me for dinner or breakfast. I sometimes enjoy human food."
"We will plan and send an invitation to you," Selene promised. The more she saw Josephine, the more evident it was Josephine truly cared for Xavier.
Xavier wasn’t thrilled with the plan while Josephine smiled.
"If you keep this up, you’ll find a good place in my heart," Josephine said, taking more of a liking to Selene. "I heard the plan about giving Selene a chance first before the others voice their opinions about this marriage. I hope you know that they will give her a hard time in hopes of sending her away."