Chapter 38: The Smith Residence

Friday came sooner than expected. It was the day when Christina would truly feel the taste of freedom. She had two whole days to herself, where she could unwind and indulge in some much- needed rest. Well, alone. Literally! Ahem! The author means this in a very innocent sense. Don’t let your mind wander too much. Anyway, there was something special about this Friday night. Christina was heading to the Smith Residence for dinner with Nora. It had been six months since she last saw Mr. and Mrs. Smith, also known as Lord Smith and Clara Cartwright. Christina had just stepped onto the driveway leading to a beautiful European-style house when she spotted Nora’s mother, Clara Cartwright, coming out with an apron tied around her waist, looking very much like a housewife, which she most definitely was not. Clara Cartwright was a renowned attorney who even ran her own law firm. She had stopped appearing in court herself, but her sharp mind and formidable reputation remained unparalleled. Clar