46. Resignation

Lea's concerns were justified. The women pressured Mrs. Anna to reveal when Lea might be engaged. Oh no! These gossiping mothers were so quick when it came to rumors. Who would want to get engaged to Daniel anyway?

"So, Lea, did you get closer to Daniel just now?" Mrs. Anna began probing what had happened between Lea and Daniel when they had had a family dinner. As usual, dinner allowed the family to gather, eat, and share their daily activities.

"Oh, come on, Mom. Nothing happened. We just sat close in the car. Other than that, it's just normal." Lea replied skeptically.

This response seemed to invite disappointment on her mom's face. The heavy sigh and pleading look she immediately threw at her husband was proof of this.

Mr. Adam somewhat understood his wife's code and commented, "Why is that? It would help if you got closer. You are in the getting-to-know-each-other phase. Shouldn't there be any progress?"

Lea shook her head. "No, Dad. Besides, I've already said, feelings can't be