Chapt 94.

For the duration of the lunch, Bridget does nothing other than speak to my father.

I can tell tthat she’s still shocked by all that has happened. I think she’s more than surprised to be honest. I think she’s astounded, and mayb a bit hurt that i didn’t tell her of this earlier.

I expected her to react like this. I realise i’ve been expecting a lot of things lately, and none of them good. I do that thinking if what i have expectd finally happens, i might not feel so bad. I do that thinking if what i have anticipated comes, i’ll be a little less hurt.

I don’t think that’s working here.

“Will Antonia live here now?”

At the mention of my name, i’m pulled out of my thoughts and i look blankly at the other two peopled seated at the table. My father’s eyes are searching mine, and i can telll he’s also wondering what’s wrong.

Bridget has been warm and welcoming of him. I did expect her to grab a fork and threaten my father while directing the pointed edges at him. I also expected her to rail