Unwelcome Gifts

In an attempt to alleviate the awkwardness, Valerie chimed in, “Ah, I wasn't aware that you preferred to be addressed as 'Mrs. Sapphire.' Should I start calling you that as well?”

Celeste grinned, playfully and gently tapping her granddaughter's nose. “Don't be such a tease.”

Worried that her grandmother would continue giving Donovan a hard time, she released Donovan's hand and instead linked arms