When Her Death Couldn't Break Him (Cecilia and Nathaniel) novel Chapter 2093

Calliope's curiosity sharpened. “Is your sister already married?”

After all, mothers-in-law often dread their daughter having a domineering sister-in-law.

“Yes, she's married and has several children,” Magnus replied, a calm truth safe enough to share.

“Wonderful,” Calliope said, casting a satisfied glance toward Brycen.

Encouraged, Brycen cleared his throat. “Magnus, to be frank, we liked you the moment you walked in.” He hesitated only an instant. “But tell me, how do you really feel about Denise?”

Magnus answered before the silence could grow. “I care for her deeply, and I will spend my life proving it.”

Denise lowered her head, cheeks the color of spring peaches, concentrating on her rice.

Although they had practiced these lines, hearing him say them aloud still sent warmth rushing beneath her skin.

Brycen and Calliope noticed the gentle flush and, hearts lightened, felt certain their daughter had given her heart to the young man seated beside her.

With the afternoon sun spilling across the tiny hospital table, Brycen cleared his throat, squared his shoulders, and said, “Since we're already on the subject, Magnus, let me ask you plainly. When do you plan on marrying our Denise?”

Denise had been sipping water. The question struck so hard she almost sprayed the whole mouthful across the table.

She coughed, patted her chest, and managed between breaths. “Dad, Mom, please don't race ahead. Magnus and I have only just started seeing each other. Talking about marriage is way too fast.”

Calliope arched a brow. “Too fast? The neighbor's girl was engaged after one month, married the next, and already expecting before her wedding photos dried.”

Denise's coughing fit returned, sharp and embarrassing.How do they stay in the ward and still collect hometown gossip like trading cards?

“Magnus and I aren't planning to marry anytime soon,” she said, voice hoarse.

Calliope softened. “Sweetheart, you're nearing twenty-six. Wait too long and children become harder.”

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