Chapter 14

      Bethel's Pov:

I laid on the bed as the door opened and mum came in, fully and brightly garbed. 

"Bethel" she called but I didn't flinch. 

I just maintained a straight face and remained the way I was.

"And why're you still in bed? Don't you have classes today?" She asked in a strict tone. 

"I can't make it" I replied, trying to sound less peeved as possible. 

I heard her sigh. 

"Well, whatever you wanna do. Just make sure you're ready before 4 pm cause that's when the Winthorpe family will be coming over for dinner. Put on something nice and look good.

"I've already called for some caterers and they'll be here In a while to prepare the meals. So, stay indoors and get ready when it's time".

And with that, she left. 

I heard her retrieving footsteps and tears came up to my eyes. I can't believe this is really going to happen. I'm getting married!

But why does mum have to b