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‘Because he doesn’t approve of my choice for a wife, just like he doesn’t approve of your choice of boyfriends.’ Elias’s smile faded. ‘I submitted the marriage application to Uncle Hershel months ago, but it was denied repeatedly. After my deployment to Valour Ridge, I took it to General Wyatt.’ Harriet pulled a face. ‘You know Uncle Hershel and General Wyatt don’t get along. If he finds out you went behind his back, he’s going to blow a gasket.’ Elias shrugged. ‘It couldn’t be helped. General Wyatt approved my application. Callie has been my wife for about a month now.’ Harriet glanced around. Seeing no bench nearby, she sank onto the floor. ‘That’s a lot of information to take in.’ ‘Take all the time you need.’ Elias sat down next to her. ‘I would have told you on the first day if I had the time.’ ‘I understand.’ Harriet plucked up a blade of grass and twirled it around her finger. ‘Does this mean I’ll have to find another husband?’ ‘I’ll keep an eye out for suitable candidates.’ Eli