Later that evening, they all sat down around the table for a late lunch after the introductions. Lilly and Olivia eyed the others shyly. The meal did not leave them unaffected either. They tried their best to control their hunger. On the other hand, Dorian was eagerly eating each stew spoon Sylvia fed him. His little mouth was relentless. The boy held on tightly to a piece of bread. Olivia flushed from embarrassment. This was not the type of impression she wished to make her new in-laws. They were hungry, but she hoped to hide it a little better.

“Have some more,” Rose smiled warmly. She filled Olivia and Lilly’s...