Chapter 79

Calliope's cheeks flushed bright red in an instant. "Mom! I've got hands and feet, I can take care of myself!" "Zip it!" Eleanor shot her a sharp look over her shoulder. "You're married now. Stuff like this? Your husband's job. Or what's the point of having one?" Clearly, the last bit was aimed at someone in the room. An awkward silence fell. "You're right," Conrad said, his eyes calmly locking onto Calliope's blushing face. "As her husband, it's my responsibility to take care of her." Then he looked at Eleanor and gave a slight nod. "You can count on me." Eleanor walked out, satisfied. Calliope stared at the door as it clicked shut, completely speechless. Wasn't her mom just worrying that he might fall for her? Now she was basically throwing her into his arms? The switch-up was way too fast. Conrad glanced at her. "You want to lie down again?" She nodded, moved to shift on her own, but he'd already reached out, steadying her back with one hand. Her face felt like it was on fire. She m