A Forced Engagement
“Mother? What’s going on?” Della panics, looking between Catherine and Henry. “Della, you’re coming with me. I made a mistake in allowing you to roam free. It’s about time you started acting like a lady. I already have a suitor in mind: Daniel. Since he has lain with you, he graciously offered to take your hand in marriage.” “Ruth’s fiancée?” Della incredulously asks. “After Ruth found out about his extracurriculars, she broke the engagement. He wants to redeem himself f and start by making an honest woman of you. Come, it’s going to be dark soon.” “Mother, I’m not leaving Main Street!” Della crosses her arms defiantly. Catherine scoffs. “You don’t have a choice, my dear.” Della whirls to her brother. “Does Caroline know you are trying to intervene?” Henry’s head falls to
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