ADRIAN
My mother did not come alone. And niether had she given me a headsup.
"My son! I'm so sorry we weren't here when you came back. Someone decided to surprise us with a little picnic!" she said excitedly, pulling me into the tightest hug, like she had not seen me in years.
I smiled, hugging her back while trying not to look at Evangeline who perched at the door, looking as pink as ever.
What was she doing here?
Hadn't my mother ceased with hanging her over my damn head?
Had she gone with them on the picnic? If so, why?
"Hope you had a good time though?" I aske, pulling away and trying to keep the smile on my face. I held her in my arms. "You look beautiful as always."
My mum batted her eyelashes. "That's because I'm well taken care of." she beamed. "Meanwhile, you father had to
