"I remember you had quite a distaste for Uncle Ding, but rest assured, he's a good person and has always wanted to get along well with you."
Rowdy Brightwill, who had always had extensive connections, reassured Flossie Wright in a very warm-hearted way, explaining her mother's second husband to her in the simplest of terms. His main worry was Flossie's propensity to offend people, hoping to avoid any unhappiness during the holiday season.
"I know."
It wasn't until they reached the front door that Flossie grudgingly responded, appearing not to take his words to heart at all.
Rowdy Brightwill took a deep breath, finding the situation both amusing and exasperating.
"Rowdy, Flossie."
The one who opened the door was undoubtedly Flossie's mother. She looked at Flossie and Rowdy Brightwill with surprise and delight, then ushered them inside with a particularly excited voice. As she fetched slippers for them, her hand was even trembling.
