Chapter 2
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Chapter 2
Eunice was still in a state of anger, she was lying on her bed wearing a sleek dress in the evening . Talking to herself.
“How can mom keep doing this to me? as if I am a baby, at 24 going to 25, I cannot take this anymore ”. She noticed that someone was walking to her bedroom, so she stopped.
Her mother walked in to meet her, she was angry.
“Eunice what is wrong with you, how on earth can you turn down a wealthy and charming young man like Mr Stanley Wellington, can you not see you have a great future ahead with him “?
“I do not like your idea of trying to hook me up with a man against my wish, I am an adult, I can choose for myself “ Eunice was very firm and was not looking happy at all.
Her mother comported herself and tried not to make her angry state noticeable and sat close to her.
“Eunice darling, I know you are an adult, but I am your mother, I know what is good for you. Stanley is not like the other guys that I have tried to introduce to you, now tell me, is he not charming “? and he is also a very rich young man, Eunice, he is a billionaire, how many times do you want me to tell you that''.? She put up a lovely smile.
“There is no doubt about that, but mom, allow me to choose for myself, I want to choose for myself “ Eunice revealed.
“Eunice, I insist you must choose Stanley” Her mother, not looking happy, affirmed.
“Mom, I believe no one chose dad for you, so I do not expect you to choose for me “
Mrs Anthony stood up.
“Eunice you must go out with Stanley and must enter into a relationship with him “ There was some air of a commanding tone like a soldier giving instruction to a junior officer.
“I cannot go out with him” Eunice was very firm, even though she felt uncomfortable with the look on her mom's face.
“Alright, that is okay. I know what to do to you “ Mrs Anthony walked out of Eunice's bedroom in an angry state.
Mrs. EMILY ANTHONY STONES'S LIFE STORY.
It was amazing and shocking the way and manner Mrs Emily Anthony Stones went about trying to dictate how and who her daughter fell in love with, putting into consideration her typical story of grass to grace.
She was born into a poor family in a small town in San Diego.
Emily was the daughter of a humble farmer, her days filled with the laborious tasks of tending to the crops and animals that sustained their modest livelihood.
Her life took a new turn one quiet morning.
Miss Emily , a young woman in her early twenties, was busy tending to her father's farm. Mr. Anthony Stones , in his early thirties, a wealthy landowner known for his grand mansion in the outskirts of town, in San Diego, arrived at the farm with the glamor of a very wealthy man, seeking to purchase fresh produce from their farm.
“Good morning, sir. How may I assist you today”? Emily was quite polite and captivated by his good looks and chubby looking cheeks, though he was not as tall as her dream man.
“Good morning, young woman . I have heard of the excellent produce grown on your farm and have come to get some ” Looking deep into her eyes enthralled by her beauty, even though she looked poor.
“Certainly, sir. We take pride in our farm's produce. What do you want to get”?
“I require a variety of fruits and vegetables for my mansion. Whatever is in season and of the best quality, please”.
“Of course, sir. follow me, and we will gather what you need”.
They walk through the fields together, Mr. Anthony admired the lush green and vibrant colors of the crops. As her other siblings were gathering the produce, they engaged in light conversation, learning about each other's backgrounds and interests.
“You seem to have a deep connection to the farm, Emily”.
“Yes, sir. I have spent my whole life here, working for my father. There is a certain peace and satisfaction in working on the farm here ”.
“I can certainly understand that sentiment. My estate lacks the simplicity and purity of farm life”.
“Yet, I imagine there is beauty in your estate as well. The grandeur of your mansion must be quite impressive”.
“It has its charms, but it can be too quiet. One can easily lose touch with the natural world amidst such opulence”.
“Perhaps a balance between the two worlds is what is needed. The quietness of the countryside and the refinement of the estate” Emily was playing a smart card.
“You speak wisdom, Emily, perhaps you could show me more of this countryside beauty sometime” Mr Anthony Stones was falling in love.
“Sir, I would be delighted to do so ”. Emily too was catching the bug.
As they finished gathering the produce, Mr. Anthony purchased a generous amount and arranged for it to be delivered to his mansion. Before leaving, he extended an invitation to her to visit his estate.
“Would you care to join me for dinner at my mansion tomorrow evening, Emily ? I would love to continue our conversation in a more... comfortable setting”. Mr Anthony Stones was sure he had overwhelmed her with his wealthy aura.
“I would be honored, sir. Thank you for the invitation”. Emily was happy and wondered if Mr Anthony Stones did not have a girlfriend or wife.
The next evening, excitedly Emily arrived at Mr. Anthony's mansion for dinner. They deepened their relationship. As time passed, their relationship blossomed, eventually leading to marriage, uniting the worlds of the farm and the mansion in a harmonious union.
The family members of Mr Anthony Stones at that time were already ‘swimming’ in money because he ensured all of them were into various businesses, his cousins were directly in charge of managing his personal businesses for him; none objected when he was about to marry Emily, a young lady from a poor background.
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