Silver’s POV
Charlotte’s kind demeanor changed when she saw me and I had an uneasy feeling about that. The smile she once wore, which was vibrant and gorgeous, was not dimmed and slipping from her perfectly shaped lips.
I could tell she was trying to appear chipper still, but she was failing miserably, and it almost appeared awkward.
“Of course,” she said, wrapping her arms around me and hugging me as well. “It’s so good to finally meet you. Welcome to our little family.”
I smiled in return.
“Thank you,” I replied.
I wondered if Elliot had told her this was only a contract marriage. I made a mental note to ask him about it later. But for right now, I had a feeling this was not the time.
“Please, come into my home,” Charlette said, motioning for us to enter her cottage.
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