Chapter 27
His mother tapped him on the shoulder. He reluctantly let go of Belle's waist and then turned to his mother who said, "Peter, sorry to interrupt."
His heart was light. She had said yes. He then nodded and said, "Mom, I'd like for you to meet Belle Jordan. We're getting married."
"Nice to see you again, and we're all happy you came back." She immediately hugged both of them. Peter couldn't let Belle go yet. "I'm so happy for you."
Belle patted his mother's back and then added, "Thank you. I can't wait to tell my dad when he gets back in town."
His mother pulled away, and her face was solemn and serious as she said, "Peter, I need to tell you something."
If she didn't want him to marry Belle, then he had no idea what to say. His shoulders tensed. "What mom?"
She glanced aro
