When Thalassa announced she was heading out, the butler Fitch didn't hesitate to instruct the chauffeur Blake to drive her. Having been a fixture in the Royal Estates for years, Fitch had developed a keen sense of judgment and was under strict orders from Lysander to ensure Thalassa was well taken care of.
Given that Thalassa was still recovering and not quite back to full strength, driving herself wasn't exactly practical. Accepting her temporary limitations, Thalassa agreed without protest and asked Blake to take her to Hollowbrook.
No sooner had they hit the road than her phone rang, and Hertha's voice bubbled through with excitement.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"Thalassa, guess what monumental thing I've done these past few days?" Even through the phone, Thalassa could sense Hertha's joy nearly spilling over.
"What's got you so bubbly?" Thalassa chuckled.
Lately, Hertha had been feeling down due to sissues with Alaric and Georgia, her usually sunny disposition overshadowed by gloom. It was a rare delight to hear her so light and cheerful. "Alaric and I got our marriage license!" Hertha blurted out, unable to contain her excitement.
The day they got their marriage license, she was so engulfed in bliss that she completely forgot to call Thalassa. It was only after coming down from her high that she remembered to share the news. "Really! Congratulations!" Thalassa was genuinely taken aback and offered her heartfelt congratulations.
Hertha and Alaric's journey had been anything but smooth, filled with setbacks and hardships. Now that they had finally made it, Thalassa couldn't help but feel overjoyed for her dear friend. "Haha, thanks!" Hertha's laughter was hearty and sincere.
"And that's not even the best part," she added.
"Oh? Spit it out then, letshare in your joy," Thalassa encouraged her.
☐☐☐ 1; Hertha, ever the chatterbox when excited, held nothing back from Thalassa. She recounted everything - from the encounter with the receptionist at the hotel to the confrontation with Georgia, and how she managed to coax the truth about that night three years ago out of her all without pausing for breath.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmFrom her rapid-fire delivery alone, Thalassa could gauge the extent of Hertha's happiness and couldn't help but feel elated on her behalf.
"So, it was all just a big misunderstanding. You and Alaric better make the most of your lives together and be happy," Thalassa said, her words laden with emotion and sincerity. She truly wished her best friend all the happiness in the world.
These past three years hadn't been easy for Hertha. But, as they say, what doesn't kill you makes you stronger. Thankfully, Hertha's decision to keep her pregnancy and face the
challenges of single motherhood head-on had paid off. Now, did she have two beautiful only children, but she was also blissfully reunited with Alaric.
Touched by Thalassa's blessing, Hertha was moved to tears. Only they could truly understand the hardships and struggles of choosing to raise children on their own - a testament to their strength and perseverance.
"You too," Hertha said sentimentally, "May you find your bliss with OM e Lysander and never let it go." Peter Grill CH/F-PSE X