Three days after the wedding, Noah came with me to my parents' house for lunch. My mother held his hand, clearly delighted to have him as her son-in-law.
"We've spoiled Ivy all her life, and she can be stubborn. You'll have to be patient with her." As she spoke, she glanced at me. "If she ever bullies you, tell me. I'll set her straight."
"Mom." I sighed helplessly. "Whose side are you on?"
Noah laughed. "She's wonderful." He turned to me without a hint of teasing. "As far as I'm concerned, no one compares to her."
My mother burst out laughing. Even my father lowered his newspaper and nodded in satisfaction. I felt my face heat up. I looked down as I reached for my glass, nearly spilling the water when my grip slipped.
That made my mother laugh even more. "Since you like her so much,
