Chapter 78 - Poppy and Pappy
"Do you truly believe that?" He asks, a sincere look crossing his face. I stand in awe of what I am about to say. Or not in awe, in utter fear and final acceptance of the words about to leave my mouth. After all, there were no other words left to speak. "I love her, with all my heart and soul, with all that I am. I don't want to have to give that up." I admit to Grandpappy Jack, looking away, embarrassed. "Dear boy, look at me like a man. Never shy away when talking about the woman you might someday marry." My eyes widen at the mere mention of marriage. "Emily told me of your plans to wed in the near future. Has that remained the same?" "I mean, I hope so," I rub the back of my head, confusion setting on my face. "I wanted to marry for spite. She had left me previously and it made me fe
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