"Peace be upon you."
The greeting from Leo made Ben, who was reciting prayers with Henry, straighten his spine. He adjusted his breathing, trying to calm himself, knowing a reprimand was likely.
That morning, he and Nina had come to see Henry. Their original intention was simply to soothe Nina and distance her from recent events.
But Henry had other ideas, especially after seeing Ben and Nina so closely attached. By noon, he had contacted his son, stating his eldest grandson would marry Nina the next day and commanding his son and daughter-in-law to come to Riverside at once to witness the wedding.
Henry's demand sent Leo and Rose into a frenzy. They were busy people, unable to travel suddenly. Moreover, Ben had never mentioned this trip was to marry Nina, which thoroughly shocked his
