Chapter 52

Natalie was exasperated. Both Phoebe and Juliet were constantly urging her to find a partner to settle down. She really didn't know what their motives were. Not wanting to listen to more of it, Natalie excused herself and headed to the kitchen. As soon as she left, Phoebe followed, as if worried she would miss her chance to shine. Watching the two head to the kitchen, Celeste turned to Juliet with a sigh. "Honestly, Nate is only 18. There's no rush for her to find someone. Back home, people were pressuring her to marry, which is why her mother turned to Gideon to bring her here. And Nate said she wanted to work first. I want to respect her wishes." This was the first time Juliet heard the reason why Natalie came to stay with the Lockes. She leaned in with a hint of curiosity. "Really? Who was pushing her to marry? Was it some local troublemaker?" Celeste shook her head. "I'm not sure. Nat's mom reached out through an old friend of Gideon's." Juliet sighed. "You're too kind-he