Katie perked up her ears to listen in more. She knew so much about the woman in the main room that she couldn't help but be surprised at the request or proposal, no matter how she viewed it. Geneva, however, casually stirred her tea, placing the dainty teaspoon to the side before raising her eyes to look at the woman opposite her.
"I have a feeling that there is more to what you said, Abi Mush."
Geneva's movements were slow, precise, and as gentle as if she had all the time in the world. She noted Abi's slightly repressed smile and nodded.
"In as much as I think that a union between our families will be beneficial between us, my second son, Brad, does not seem ready to settle down any time soon…. So…." Geneva intentionally made her voice trail at the end, knowing perfectly well that Abi would let her real intentions known and Geneva did not have to wait longer.
"My proposal is about your oldest son!"
