Chapter 22

Matthew said in resignation, “Give me some time. I’ll ask her after work. I’ll need to see when she’s free, okay?” “No. You’re my son, how can I possibly not know your tricks? You’re just stalling for time!” Matthew did not immediately reply her. Maeve was off today. She mentioned that she was off on Sunday. If he was not mistaken, he remembered that she would be off next Tuesday, too. After thinking about it for a few seconds, Matthew said, “Next Tuesday.” Once Dalia got an answer from him, she smiled in satisfaction and said, “Good. It’s a deal!” …… Matthew did not work overtime that day. In fact, he left early with Liam. They took Matthew’s exclusive lift and went to his parking lot. Liam drove the Rolls-Royce and dropped Matthew off at Fortune Street. Matthew then switched to his second-hand Volkswagen and drove it back to Nunavut Bay. After he pushed open the door, he smelled the aroma of food. The house was filled with an air of domesticity. “Welcome back! Din