Chapter 65

“My father and mother are lovable people,” he told her without anything more.

That didn’t quite answer her question. He only gave her a reason to be less inquisitive. Ruth wanted the ride longer and slower. She needed time to get her act together and stay confident. It was what she wanted, but now she wished it was a little later.

She braced herself up. It was either now or never. No one could tell what was on Clayton’s mind. The same Clayton that wasn’t ready to settle just a few weeks back, the same Clayton that was sure he couldn’t stand committed to one woman, was the same Clayton that wanted to introduce Ruth to his parents. What exactly was he trying to achieve?

Ruth was a lot more calm than she was a few minutes ago. Till they drove into the compound. The house was just like she imagined—even bigger. The fountain, the huge brown pivoted gate, the amount of marble and precious stones that adorned the mansion, the intricate architecture—left Ruth speechless. I