Malcolm and Rosalind could not hide the worried expression on their faces, when the Rosamunds attended the birthday dinner. Much more, they couldn't believe their ears when the patron of the family, Godfrey Rosamund, a prominent rival of the Grayson family, made his intentions known.
"Our families have been rivals for decades, nearly a century even if I'm not correct. It certainly brings a smile to my face to see you honour my birthday," Malcolm Grayson announced, while helping his father to the seat behind the desk in his study.
His wife, Rosalind took out four wine glasses from the cabinet and one of the aged wine, which was kept strictly for special occasions.
Godfrey smiled, "Well, what I'm about to say came as a shock to me as well. You could hardly imagine how we reacted to what dearest Mallory informed us of."
Malcolm and his wife, Rosamund exchanged quick glances with each other.
