Chapter 32 - -32 : Happy days
Mrs. Etman welcomed her guests with a table loaded with delectable dishes and lavishly garnished with exquisite decorations. Leyla, as well as Dr. Etman and Kyle, were dazed by the warm hospitality presented by the Lady of the House, which was something above their expectation.
"Thank you for the invitation, Mrs. Etman."
Leyla delivered a greeting which she had rehearsed dozens of times during the day and politely handed over the gift she had prepared: a bouquet of roses and pickled peaches parcelled nicely in a beautiful mason jar.
"Thank you."
Mrs. Etman gladly accepted the gift. As a heave of sigh washed over her, Leyla's face lit up and Kyle's lips twitched like a grin. Mrs. Etman's eyes grew icily cold as she watched her son, yet she deftly set her expression like a Mother who was full of tenderness.
Dr. Etman alluded that they'd tie the knot after the College's enrollment announcement was released. However, since Kyle and Leyla were both unquestionably accepted, it could be said that their marriage had been officially confirmed.
'My son is together with such a girl.'
Mrs Etman slowly clenched her hand beneath the table. She was disenchanted, yet she had stalled voicing her disapproval. She clearly knew what kind of people her son and husband were. Her intransigent opposition had only served to backfire back on her in the end.
"Eat a lot, Leyla." Mrs. Etman's expression softened after taking a deep breath. "I specially prepared the food to your taste." She looked at Leyla with a more pleasant countenance.
Leyla blinked her eyes in surprise and smiled back at Mrs Etman, though she felt strange slits of fury flickered on her beautiful face.
'Bitch, you must have seduced my son with that face and smile.'