"Once upon a time, our families made a deal to have our kids hitched, but we were talking about your sister back then. Sadly, she passed away, and you got a chance to cozy up to Louis. So, don't go around saying that Alicia is a stand-in anymore because you're just one yourself." The woman didn't mince words and gave Madelyn no shred of dignity.
Alicia spun around and saw a woman standing ten yards away, looking like a million bucks. She was tall and slim, wearing a black coat that showed off a pair of stunning legs, and her posture was top-notch.
It was Louis' mom, Paige.
Alicia was taken aback for a sec, then smiled and greeted Paige, "Paige, long time no see!"
Paige curved her lips elegantly and gave her a nod.
Madelyn was about to go off when she saw it was Paige, but then put on a fake smile and said, "Aunt Paige, you're back in town?"