Chapter 88

Eliana explained, "I heard it from your Aunt Elodie. She has no idea which young lady it is who's snagged Julien's attention. I recall him being rather fussy about this sort of thing and that he wouldn't marry just anyone for the sake of it." She had emphasized the last part with no small amount of venom. Samuel knew what she was trying to imply but did not comment. Eliana continued, "It's high time for you and Natasha to settle down soon. I won't stand for you stalling things on purpose. You do realize that getting married to Natasha is an eventuality, right?" Samuel hummed absentmindedly to humor her. Eliana was used to his flippancy. Whatever admonishment she had thought to give him crumbled on her tongue; she knew her plans would only backfire if she pushed him any further. Besides, she had nothing to worry about anymore. Shelmaine and her baby were out of the picture, and the rumors would be snuffed out soon enough. However, Eliana was not entirely satisfied with letting Sh