"Are you leaving so early?" Caroline became agitated. "You just came a while ago. Have dinner with us." She flashed a sweet smile at Clara.
Derrek was also depressed, assuming Clara was avoiding him. This lovely lady did not appear to be taken in by his allure. This thought made him sad and disappointed at the same time. He quietly walked up to his room.
Clara seemed to not be bothered about what Caroline and Derrek were feeling. Her keen eyes were on her parents.
"Mamma, why are you so flushed? Are you not feeling well?" She sat down and put her hand on her neck to check her temperature.
"I am fine," replied Mrs. Young with a slight smile.
"Hahaha…" Caroline laughed awkwardly. "I was discussing you and Derrek with her. She must be overwhelmed by the fact that her daughter has grown up and is here to discuss your marriage."
"Marriage?" Clara's questioning gaze shifted to Caroline. "Are you discussing my marriage?"