Chapter 77: Special Guest At The Duke's Birthday
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What she didn't expect is that they are going to the Duke's castle. She was nervous to meet the Duke. She just realized that Secretary Bryan was working for the Duke and Kenzo was working for Secretary Bryan. That's what Kenzo said. They even had a limousine that picked them up in front of the hotel. Then, there are cars lined up.
In the driveway, there are vintage light posts and lights on the bushes. The fountain even had different colors of lights as it dances. She breathed. Royals and nobles are here. Just how did Kenzo end up working for the Duke?
"Kenz…"
"Don't worry, you are beautiful."
Her hair was braided beautifully to her side and a few loose strands make her more beautiful. Kenzo couldn't even take his eyes off her. The limousine stopped on the very front. They came out first as Kenzo placed her hand to the crook of his arm as they entered. The Butlers bowed and Kenzo looked around. His heart tightened as he entered further. It's been a while since he last visited this residence. He had lots of memories around here.
Secretary Bryan approached them and bowed.
"This way, sir."
The crowd was too busy to notice them as they followed Secretary Bryan to the other hall. Victoria was busy looking around and even on the paintings of the wall. She gaped at the young man smiling while holding a puppy. He looked familiar. She pressed her lips as she remembered that young boy who saved her from laughing people. It's just sad that he's gone.
"Stop admiring that boy," Kenzo mumbled.
"Why? Are you jealous?" She teased. He shook his head and they reached a private room with bodyguards outside.
A laughing old man can be heard. Then, they entered as the door closed. She stopped seeing the old man standing with his back to them. He was speaking to Kaisley. But she was shocked even more when the old man turned to her. She curtsied as Kenzo bowed. Then, she looked into the man's eyes.
"Beautiful lady!" The man exclaimed. She recognized the voice and the face as the man hugged her.
She was too surprised and Kenzo gently pulled the old man from her.
"You rascal." The old man hissed at Kenzo and then faced her with a smile. "So, are you ready to divorce your husband?" He asked with a grin. "My grandson was way better."
Kenzo mumbled a few curses.
"Grandpa?" She asked. "I recognized you in the grocery store."
The old man laughed again. She covered her mouth, too shocked. Then, the Duke started smacking Kenzo's arm.
"Your wife is too good for you. I should remarry her to someone else…" He teased Kenzo.
"Oh, come on! It hurts!" Kenzo hissed at him.
"Rascal!" The old man hit his arm again.
"And my wife won't divorce me, right love?"
Victoria nodded firmly.
"Pfft! Anyway, let's eat!"
"Kaisley," Victoria called when she recognized her. Kaisley bowed her head as she sat down. "I'm confused, Mr. Duke." She mumbled. "I'm sorry…"
"It's alright my dear." He waved it off. "I told you to call me, Grandpa. Didn't I?"
"Yes." She nodded.
"If you don't mind, we have other guests that will join us."
"Grandpa," Kenzo motioned.
"Don't worry. You are safe." He winked.
The door opened as the maids brought the food and then a family entered the room. She looked up at the unfamiliar people and then, she caught Harriet.
"Harriet!" Victoria exclaimed.
"Victoria!"
Victoria quickly stood, very unlady-like. But the Duke was smiling as the two hugged each other.
Kenzo froze seeing the familiar woman. He looked at his grandfather who winked at him. Kenzo watched as the woman's eyes softened by seeing Victoria. He could see a glisten of tears in the corner of her eyes. She quickly turned back to compose herself.
"Mom, you alright?" Her son asked and she nodded.
"I can't believe that you are the special guest," Harriet said as she sat beside Victoria.
"Special guest?" She was confused.
"Well, Kenzo will be the CEO of the company in Lwazi." The Duke said. "And Kaisley is the acting chairwoman." The Duke told her. She smiled and nodded. She doesn't even know that Kenzo can be a CEO.
"Victoria," Hardin extended his hand.
"Hardin," She reached Hardin's hand and shook it before he kissed it. He sat down together with his father and mother.
"This is the Astera family." The Duke introduced. Kenzo bowed his head as the family did the same.
Victoria will ask Kenzo a lot of things. Just how~~the Duke? The feeling was superb and it's unbelievable and there's also Kaisley who was the Duke's acting chairwoman for all of the companies. Victoria knew Kaisley so much since she's Caleb's ex-girlfriend. She looked at the ring that Kaisley was wearing and it's just a shame that she's married.
"I am keeping this a secret that Kenzo will soon be the President of the main companies that are under our family and I hope that Lord Hansen could assist him."
"It's a pleasure, your grace."
"And my granddaughter here," He gestured to Kaisley. "Is good at everything. I just wished that she's my real granddaughter…" He said.
Victoria smiled at Kaisley. The Duke even favored Kaisley. And if the Duke's grandson is alive, she's sure that he'll arrange a marriage for them. She turned her head to Kenzo who placed his hand at her back.
"Your grace," Secretary Bryan approached him as he bent down.
"Oh, okay." He stood from his seat. "Enjoy the food. The King is here." He told Victoria. She smiled and sipped on her wine as the Marquess stood together with his son as they followed the Duke.
"So, Victoria, your husband is Kenzo… here?" Harriet asked. "He's handsome!" She complimented as Victoria laughed. "It's just bad that Stacey and Mave aren't here."
"Well," Victoria shrugged. "It's supposed to be our honeymoon and I never expect that we are attending such a party."
Kenzo noticed Lady Vivien's eyes toward Victoria. Victoria and Harriet were so busy chatting that they didn't notice Vivien's smile and the soft look she gave toward Victoria. Kenzo looked at Kaisley who shrugged with him.
"So, we can go outside to see everybody."
"Huh, I don't think I should go there," Victoria said.
"Why not?" Harriet creased her brows.
"Well," Victoria looked at Kenzo. "My sister and ex are there and my parents. They don't know that I am here."
"Oh," Harriet looked at her mother. "Well, I think you are staying away from the ball hall with mom."
Victoria smiled at Vivien
"Then, we can have a tour if it's okay with the Duke." She looked at Kaisley.
"Yes. The Duke doesn't prohibit it since you are a special guest." Kaisley told.
"That's great." Harriet clapped her hands.
"Well, if the Duke asks you to divorce me, ignore him," Kenzo said as he sliced the steak.
Victoria laughed and hugged Kenzo's arm.
"Why would I divorce my handsome husband?"
"How long are you married?" Vivien asked who finally spoke. She turned to Vivien.
"It's been five months now," Victoria answered.
"Newlywed." Vivien smiled.
"Yes, Kenzo is the best hubby in the world. He always cooked for me." She said proudly.
"I envy you…" Kaisley said.
"She gave me a love potion, that's why." Kenzo laughed. Victoria pinched him.
Soon, the Duke came with the Marquess.
"I managed to escape. The King only shows his face without eating anything." The Duke mumbled.
"And, Hardin couldn't escape?" Harriet asked as the Duke laughed.
"Lots of girls started grabbing your brother," Hansen said as he kissed his wife's head and sat down.
"My dear," The Duke called Victoria. "Feel free to roam around. If you want, I can set up a room for you and Kenzo to stay here."
"Thank you, grandpa," Victoria said and the Duke seemed to be very pleased.
After they had their main course, the maids removed their plates, and then it was changed by the desserts. Victoria's eyes shone and then, the tea was served too. The gentlemen with Kaisley spoke about business as they enjoyed the dessert and tea.
"The tea smells so good and tastes good too. Not too sweet and it's perfect for these sweet desserts." She told Harriet.
"My mom set it all up," Harriet told.
"Mrs. Astera, I have to say that I am already a fan of your tea."
"I am glad that you are, Victoria."
"Well, we own Tea houses around Greivania."
"I enjoyed the tea from a day ago. My husband loves it too."
"Glad that you did."
Victoria listened as her husband spoke with the Duke, Kaisley, and the Marquess like professional businessmen.
"Victoria, dear. Try these…" Vivien said as she extended the other dessert.
"That's sweet potato pie?" She asked.
"Yes, it's good. I mean, commoners usually eat it. But it's good."
"Yes, that's the best pie," Harriet said.
She didn't hesitate to take a slice and hummed as she scooped on it. Vivien even stood and prepared another tea that was perfect for it. She hummed and the combination of the pink tea that she served was perfect for the pie.
"Wow, I could have this every day." She said and hummed. "I would like to make this. Can you give me the recipe?"
"Sure," Vivien said. "Sweet potato has low calories and it's good for digestion too."
The three sat together as Harriet gave her chair for her mother as they told Victoria the secret on how to make the sweet potato pie.
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What she didn't expect is that they are going to the Duke's castle. She was nervous to meet the Duke. She just realized that Secretary Bryan was working for the Duke and Kenzo was working for Secretary Bryan. That's what Kenzo said. They even had a limousine that picked them up in front of the hotel. Then, there are cars lined up.
In the driveway, there are vintage light posts and lights on the bushes. The fountain even had different colors of lights as it dances. She breathed. Royals and nobles are here. Just how did Kenzo end up working for the Duke?
"Kenz…"
"Don't worry, you are beautiful."
Her hair was braided beautifully to her side and a few loose strands make her more beautiful. Kenzo couldn't even take his eyes off her. The limousine stopped on the very front. They came out first as Kenzo placed her hand to the crook of his arm as they entered. The Butlers bowed and Kenzo looked around. His heart tightened as he entered further. It's been a while since he last visited this residence. He had lots of memories around here.
Secretary Bryan approached them and bowed.
"This way, sir."
The crowd was too busy to notice them as they followed Secretary Bryan to the other hall. Victoria was busy looking around and even on the paintings of the wall. She gaped at the young man smiling while holding a puppy. He looked familiar. She pressed her lips as she remembered that young boy who saved her from laughing people. It's just sad that he's gone.
"Stop admiring that boy," Kenzo mumbled.
"Why? Are you jealous?" She teased. He shook his head and they reached a private room with bodyguards outside.
A laughing old man can be heard. Then, they entered as the door closed. She stopped seeing the old man standing with his back to them. He was speaking to Kaisley. But she was shocked even more when the old man turned to her. She curtsied as Kenzo bowed. Then, she looked into the man's eyes.
"Beautiful lady!" The man exclaimed. She recognized the voice and the face as the man hugged her.
She was too surprised and Kenzo gently pulled the old man from her.
"You rascal." The old man hissed at Kenzo and then faced her with a smile. "So, are you ready to divorce your husband?" He asked with a grin. "My grandson was way better."
Kenzo mumbled a few curses.
"Grandpa?" She asked. "I recognized you in the grocery store."
The old man laughed again. She covered her mouth, too shocked. Then, the Duke started smacking Kenzo's arm.
"Your wife is too good for you. I should remarry her to someone else…" He teased Kenzo.
"Oh, come on! It hurts!" Kenzo hissed at him.
"Rascal!" The old man hit his arm again.
"And my wife won't divorce me, right love?"
Victoria nodded firmly.
"Pfft! Anyway, let's eat!"
"Kaisley," Victoria called when she recognized her. Kaisley bowed her head as she sat down. "I'm confused, Mr. Duke." She mumbled. "I'm sorry…"
"It's alright my dear." He waved it off. "I told you to call me, Grandpa. Didn't I?"
"Yes." She nodded.
"If you don't mind, we have other guests that will join us."
"Grandpa," Kenzo motioned.
"Don't worry. You are safe." He winked.
The door opened as the maids brought the food and then a family entered the room. She looked up at the unfamiliar people and then, she caught Harriet.
"Harriet!" Victoria exclaimed.
"Victoria!"
Victoria quickly stood, very unlady-like. But the Duke was smiling as the two hugged each other.
Kenzo froze seeing the familiar woman. He looked at his grandfather who winked at him. Kenzo watched as the woman's eyes softened by seeing Victoria. He could see a glisten of tears in the corner of her eyes. She quickly turned back to compose herself.
"Mom, you alright?" Her son asked and she nodded.
"I can't believe that you are the special guest," Harriet said as she sat beside Victoria.
"Special guest?" She was confused.
"Well, Kenzo will be the CEO of the company in Lwazi." The Duke said. "And Kaisley is the acting chairwoman." The Duke told her. She smiled and nodded. She doesn't even know that Kenzo can be a CEO.
"Victoria," Hardin extended his hand.
"Hardin," She reached Hardin's hand and shook it before he kissed it. He sat down together with his father and mother.
"This is the Astera family." The Duke introduced. Kenzo bowed his head as the family did the same.
Victoria will ask Kenzo a lot of things. Just how~~the Duke? The feeling was superb and it's unbelievable and there's also Kaisley who was the Duke's acting chairwoman for all of the companies. Victoria knew Kaisley so much since she's Caleb's ex-girlfriend. She looked at the ring that Kaisley was wearing and it's just a shame that she's married.
"I am keeping this a secret that Kenzo will soon be the President of the main companies that are under our family and I hope that Lord Hansen could assist him."
"It's a pleasure, your grace."
"And my granddaughter here," He gestured to Kaisley. "Is good at everything. I just wished that she's my real granddaughter…" He said.
Victoria smiled at Kaisley. The Duke even favored Kaisley. And if the Duke's grandson is alive, she's sure that he'll arrange a marriage for them. She turned her head to Kenzo who placed his hand at her back.
"Your grace," Secretary Bryan approached him as he bent down.
"Oh, okay." He stood from his seat. "Enjoy the food. The King is here." He told Victoria. She smiled and sipped on her wine as the Marquess stood together with his son as they followed the Duke.
"So, Victoria, your husband is Kenzo… here?" Harriet asked. "He's handsome!" She complimented as Victoria laughed. "It's just bad that Stacey and Mave aren't here."
"Well," Victoria shrugged. "It's supposed to be our honeymoon and I never expect that we are attending such a party."
Kenzo noticed Lady Vivien's eyes toward Victoria. Victoria and Harriet were so busy chatting that they didn't notice Vivien's smile and the soft look she gave toward Victoria. Kenzo looked at Kaisley who shrugged with him.
"So, we can go outside to see everybody."
"Huh, I don't think I should go there," Victoria said.
"Why not?" Harriet creased her brows.
"Well," Victoria looked at Kenzo. "My sister and ex are there and my parents. They don't know that I am here."
"Oh," Harriet looked at her mother. "Well, I think you are staying away from the ball hall with mom."
Victoria smiled at Vivien
"Then, we can have a tour if it's okay with the Duke." She looked at Kaisley.
"Yes. The Duke doesn't prohibit it since you are a special guest." Kaisley told.
"That's great." Harriet clapped her hands.
"Well, if the Duke asks you to divorce me, ignore him," Kenzo said as he sliced the steak.
Victoria laughed and hugged Kenzo's arm.
"Why would I divorce my handsome husband?"
"How long are you married?" Vivien asked who finally spoke. She turned to Vivien.
"It's been five months now," Victoria answered.
"Newlywed." Vivien smiled.
"Yes, Kenzo is the best hubby in the world. He always cooked for me." She said proudly.
"I envy you…" Kaisley said.
"She gave me a love potion, that's why." Kenzo laughed. Victoria pinched him.
Soon, the Duke came with the Marquess.
"I managed to escape. The King only shows his face without eating anything." The Duke mumbled.
"And, Hardin couldn't escape?" Harriet asked as the Duke laughed.
"Lots of girls started grabbing your brother," Hansen said as he kissed his wife's head and sat down.
"My dear," The Duke called Victoria. "Feel free to roam around. If you want, I can set up a room for you and Kenzo to stay here."
"Thank you, grandpa," Victoria said and the Duke seemed to be very pleased.
After they had their main course, the maids removed their plates, and then it was changed by the desserts. Victoria's eyes shone and then, the tea was served too. The gentlemen with Kaisley spoke about business as they enjoyed the dessert and tea.
"The tea smells so good and tastes good too. Not too sweet and it's perfect for these sweet desserts." She told Harriet.
"My mom set it all up," Harriet told.
"Mrs. Astera, I have to say that I am already a fan of your tea."
"I am glad that you are, Victoria."
"Well, we own Tea houses around Greivania."
"I enjoyed the tea from a day ago. My husband loves it too."
"Glad that you did."
Victoria listened as her husband spoke with the Duke, Kaisley, and the Marquess like professional businessmen.
"Victoria, dear. Try these…" Vivien said as she extended the other dessert.
"That's sweet potato pie?" She asked.
"Yes, it's good. I mean, commoners usually eat it. But it's good."
"Yes, that's the best pie," Harriet said.
She didn't hesitate to take a slice and hummed as she scooped on it. Vivien even stood and prepared another tea that was perfect for it. She hummed and the combination of the pink tea that she served was perfect for the pie.
"Wow, I could have this every day." She said and hummed. "I would like to make this. Can you give me the recipe?"
"Sure," Vivien said. "Sweet potato has low calories and it's good for digestion too."
The three sat together as Harriet gave her chair for her mother as they told Victoria the secret on how to make the sweet potato pie.
What she didn't expect is that they are going to the Duke's castle. She was nervous to meet the Duke. She just realized that Secretary Bryan was working for the Duke and Kenzo was working for Secretary Bryan. That's what Kenzo said. They even had a limousine that picked them up in front of the hotel. Then, there are cars lined up. In the driveway, there are vintage light posts and lights on the bushes. The fountain even had different colors of lights as it dances. She breathed. Royals and nobles are here. Just how did Kenzo end up working for the Duke? "Kenz" "Don't worry, you are beautiful." Her hair was braided beautifully to her side and a few loose strands make her more beautiful. Kenzo couldn't even take his eyes off her. The limousine stopped on the very front. They came out first as Kenzo placed her hand to the crook of his arm as they entered. The Butlers bowed and Kenzo looked around. His heart tightened as he entered further. It's been a while since he last visited this residence. He had lots of memories around here. Secretary Bryan approached them and bowed. "This way, sir." The crowd was too busy to notice them as they followed Secretary Bryan to the other hall. Victoria was busy looking around and even on the paintings of the wall. She gaped at the young man smiling while holding a puppy. He looked familiar. She pressed her lips as she remembered that young boy who saved her from laughing people. It's just sad that he's gone. "Stop admiring that boy," Kenzo mumbled. "Why? Are you jealous?" She teased. He shook his head and they reached a private room with bodyguards outside. A laughing old man can be heard. Then, they entered as the door closed. She stopped seeing the old man standing with his back to them. He was speaking to Kaisley. But she was shocked even more when the old man turned to her. She curtsied as Kenzo bowed. Then, she looked into the man's eyes. "Beautiful lady!" The man exclaimed. She recognized the voice and the face as the man hugged her. She was too surprised and Kenzo gently pulled the old man from her. "You rascal." The old man hissed at Kenzo and then faced her with a smile. "So, are you ready to divorce your husband?" He asked with a grin. "My grandson was way better." Kenzo mumbled a few curses. "Grandpa?" She asked. "I recognized you in the grocery store." The old man laughed again. She covered her mouth, too shocked. Then, the Duke started smacking Kenzo's arm. "Your wife is too good for you. I should remarry her to someone else" He teased Kenzo. "Oh, come on! It hurts!" Kenzo hissed at him. "Rascal!" The old man hit his arm again. "And my wife won't divorce me, right love?" Victoria nodded firmly. "Pfft! Anyway, let's eat!" "Kaisley," Victoria called when she recognized her. Kaisley bowed her head as she sat down. "I'm confused, Mr. Duke." She mumbled. "I'm sorry" "It's alright my dear." He waved it off. "I told you to call me, Grandpa. Didn't I?" "Yes." She nodded. "If you don't mind, we have other guests that will join us." "Grandpa," Kenzo motioned. "Don't worry. You are safe." He winked. The door opened as the maids brought the food and then a family entered the room. She looked up at the unfamiliar people and then, she caught Harriet. "Harriet!" Victoria exclaimed. "Victoria!" Victoria quickly stood, very unlady-like. But the Duke was smiling as the two hugged each other. Kenzo froze seeing the familiar woman. He looked at his grandfather who winked at him. Kenzo watched as the woman's eyes softened by seeing Victoria. He could see a glisten of tears in the corner of her eyes. She quickly turned back to compose herself. "Mom, you alright?" Her son asked and she nodded. "I can't believe that you are the special guest," Harriet said as she sat beside Victoria. "Special guest?" She was confused. "Well, Kenzo will be the CEO of the company in Lwazi." The Duke said. "And Kaisley is the acting chairwoman." The Duke told her. She smiled and nodded. She doesn't even know that Kenzo can be a CEO. "Victoria," Hardin extended his hand. "Hardin," She reached Hardin's hand and shook it before he kissed it. He sat down together with his father and mother. "This is the Astera family." The Duke introduced. Kenzo bowed his head as the family did the same. Victoria will ask Kenzo a lot of things. Just how~~the Duke? The feeling was superb and it's unbelievable and there's also Kaisley who was the Duke's acting chairwoman for all of the companies. Victoria knew Kaisley so much since she's Caleb's ex-girlfriend. She looked at the ring that Kaisley was wearing and it's just a shame that she's married. "I am keeping this a secret that Kenzo will soon be the President of the main companies that are under our family and I hope that Lord Hansen could assist him." "It's a pleasure, your grace." "And my granddaughter here," He gestured to Kaisley. "Is good at everything. I just wished that she's my real granddaughter" He said. Victoria smiled at Kaisley. The Duke even favored Kaisley. And if the Duke's grandson is alive, she's sure that he'll arrange a marriage for them. She turned her head to Kenzo who placed his hand at her back. "Your grace," Secretary Bryan approached him as he bent down. "Oh, okay." He stood from his seat. "Enjoy the food. The King is here." He told Victoria. She smiled and sipped on her wine as the Marquess stood together with his son as they followed the Duke. "So, Victoria, your husband is Kenzo here?" Harriet asked. "He's handsome!" She complimented as Victoria laughed. "It's just bad that Stacey and Mave aren't here." "Well," Victoria shrugged. "It's supposed to be our honeymoon and I never expect that we are attending such a party." Kenzo noticed Lady Vivien's eyes toward Victoria. Victoria and Harriet were so busy chatting that they didn't notice Vivien's smile and the soft look she gave toward Victoria. Kenzo looked at Kaisley who shrugged with him. "So, we can go outside to see everybody." "Huh, I don't think I should go there," Victoria said. "Why not?" Harriet creased her brows. "Well," Victoria looked at Kenzo. "My sister and ex are there and my parents. They don't know that I am here." "Oh," Harriet looked at her mother. "Well, I think you are staying away from the ball hall with mom." Victoria smiled at Vivien "Then, we can have a tour if it's okay with the Duke." She looked at Kaisley. "Yes. The Duke doesn't prohibit it since you are a special guest." Kaisley told. "That's great." Harriet clapped her hands. "Well, if the Duke asks you to divorce me, ignore him," Kenzo said as he sliced the steak. Victoria laughed and hugged Kenzo's arm."Why would I divorce my handsome husband?" "How long are you married?" Vivien asked who finally spoke. She turned to Vivien. "It's been five months now," Victoria answered. "Newlywed." Vivien smiled. "Yes, Kenzo is the best hubby in the world. He always cooked for me." She said proudly. "I envy you" Kaisley said. "She gave me a love potion, that's why." Kenzo laughed. Victoria pinched him. Soon, the Duke came with the Marquess. "I managed to escape. The King only shows his face without eating anything." The Duke mumbled. "And, Hardin couldn't escape?" Harriet asked as the Duke laughed. "Lots of girls started grabbing your brother," Hansen said as he kissed his wife's head and sat down. "My dear," The Duke called Victoria. "Feel free to roam around. If you want, I can set up a room for you and Kenzo to stay here." "Thank you, grandpa," Victoria said and the Duke seemed to be very pleased. After they had their main course, the maids removed their plates, and then it was changed by the desserts. Victoria's eyes shone and then, the tea was served too. The gentlemen with Kaisley spoke about business as they enjoyed the dessert and tea. "The tea smells so good and tastes good too. Not too sweet and it's perfect for these sweet desserts." She told Harriet. "My mom set it all up," Harriet told. "Mrs. Astera, I have to say that I am already a fan of your tea." "I am glad that you are, Victoria." "Well, we own Tea houses around Greivania." "I enjoyed the tea from a day ago. My husband loves it too." "Glad that you did." Victoria listened as her husband spoke with the Duke, Kaisley, and the Marquess like professional businessmen. "Victoria, dear. Try these" Vivien said as she extended the other dessert. "That's sweet potato pie?" She asked. "Yes, it's good. I mean, commoners usually eat it. But it's good." "Yes, that's the best pie," Harriet said. She didn't hesitate to take a slice and hummed as she scooped on it. Vivien even stood and prepared another tea that was perfect for it. She hummed and the combination of the pink tea that she served was perfect for the pie. "Wow, I could have this every day." She said and hummed. "I would like to make this. Can you give me the recipe?" "Sure," Vivien said. "Sweet potato has low calories and it's good for digestion too." The three sat together as Harriet gave her chair for her mother as they told Victoria the secret on how to make the sweet potato pie.
