Bride Behind the Mask novel Chapter 601

The following day at noon, the Goldie family was abuzz with anticipation.

Today was the day Miley was bringing her boyfriend, Robert Fitzgerald, home to meet her parents. She had taken the day off from work especially for this occasion.

Robert arrived at the Goldie household laden with all sorts of gifts and goodies, from fine wines to gourmet cheeses. Miley's parents could hardly contain their excitement; they were absolutely delighted!

They were thoroughly impressed with their prospective son-in-law. He was handsome, considerate, and most importantly, Robert didn't carry himself with the haughtiness often associated with the scions of wealthy families. He knew how to charm his way into their hearts.

Within just a couple of hours after arriving, he had Miley's parents, Edgar and Harriet Goldie, grinning from ear to ear, completely won over by his charm.

After a hearty meal, Harriet loaded the dishwasher with the plates and washed some cherries to take to the living room for dessert. Sensing the perfect moment to broach the subject, Robert cleared his throat and spoke in his gentle, soothing voice.

"Mr. and Mrs. Goldie, I was hoping to discuss something with you," he said.

Harriet, busy offering a bowl of cherries to Robert, nodded and encouraged him to continue, "Go ahead, son."

Robert took a deep breath before posing his question, "I've heard from Miley that the Goldie and the Lockwood families used to be neighbors. I was wondering, about twenty-five years ago, do you happen to know if the Lockwoods ever took in a foster child?"

"You're talking about Yuna Lockwood, aren't you?" Edgar chimed in.