"Oh my! It really is you, Miranda!" Karen's loud, surprised voice came through the door. "I almost thought I was mistaken!"Karen Larden, the loud neighbor next door, was known for her gossip. Her husband also taught at Earnest High, and they moved into the staff quarters the same year as Miranda's
Miranda shook the mop and continued to swing it at Karen. Karen held her head and ran toward the door. "I'm not done with you! That damned wisteria from your place has spread into my yard. I'm burning it all down tomorrow! It's so annoying!" Karen yelled, then ran off as Miranda chased after her wi
Jenny worked at the power plant.With a stable job and no real stress, she was rather plump and cheerful. Today, she wore a bright green sweater and had her short hair styled in fluffy, wool-like curls, making her look like a robust Christmas tree."What are you talking about? Can't you speak proper
Among Anna and George's three daughters-in-law, Rena was known for her grace and competence, Jenny had a charming way with words, but Mindy never quite fit in. Over time, even Lionel's standing suffered.After all, Lionel was seen as someone who forgot his roots after getting married. He couldn't co
Jenny stifled a chuckle as her eyes fell on the basket of fruit Lionel had brought. "Mindy, did you get cherries too? They seem a lot smaller than the ones Rena bought."Mindy's smile faltered slightly. "Well, our family can't compare to Leonard's."Jenny chuckled, "Exactly! Leonard's family is unma
"Of course," Cynthia said."Oh, Cynthia, you're too generous!" Rena took the gift and set it aside to open later.Cynthia then added, "It's a solid gold bracelet. If you don't like the style, you can exchange it at Aurora Gold Exchange."Jenny remarked, "Cynthia, you're so generous. Starting with a
The incident with Miranda had caused quite a stir back then. Lionel and Mindy even went to Elgerson City, but when they returned, they wouldn't say a word about it. From the rumors she heard, the truth wasn't far off.It seemed Miranda had given up on her studies for a relationship. Her ex was repor
Anna watched them leave and yelled, "You ungrateful fool! You've let that woman lead you astray, and now you defy us! How dare you argue with me? Just go! Take her and her child and stay far away. Don't ever come back!"Mindy's open defiance was a severe blow to Anna. Her frustration with Mindy reac