Chapter 30: Family Dinner

“Mom, Jane rushed into her mother's waiting arms. “Oh my darling.” Evelyn hugged her daughter affectionately. “I’ve missed you mom.” Jane's soft voice sounded. Evelyn chuckled. “In a week's time, you will be a married woman. Your husband's house would be yours, you have to get used to it. “Alright mum.” She mumbled.

“Where is dad and Desmond? Jane gazed into the dining hall, and, seeing her brother and father was nowhere to be seen,I thought you invited me for a family dinner.”

“They will be back soon. Your dad called me just now, he said there is a traffic jam.” Work has been hectic for some days now, they are always coming back late. Sometimes, Desmond won’t come back at all. Evelyn complained.

“That reminds me mum, I need your help in persuading dad to let me work at his company. I’ve been idle enough.” Jane complained.

Evelyn's expression turned thoughtful. “Ah, Jane, I've been thinking about that too. Your father would be delighted to have you on board, but you know how he is. He