That weekend, since Agnes was away in the first place, Jude visited his family home.
His mother was the most delighted to see him as Jude had not been home for a long time.
"If that ain't my genius son, I'll be damned," Mrs Lawson said as soon as she saw Jude.
She hurried towards him and gave Jude a warm hug.
Jude smiled.
His mother was always warm to him, no matter what.
Even in a situation where Jude was to be found wanting, his mother would always be the one person that Jude could go to for succor.
She was never harsh with her judgement of him, although she pointed out where he must have faltered, and advised him accordingly.
"Mom. How have you been? And where is your husband?" Jude asked as he let go of his mother's hug.
"I have been very well, thank you. Your dad is o
