Chapter 31

That line was way too vague—it basically counted as a no. Grace's expression darkened. "If you don't like her, then why marry her? I think Anna's lovely. Don't mess things up just because of your own issues." "Don't tell me... you're still hung up on that Smith girl? Mad she went abroad, so you're using marriage to get back at her or something?" Her imagination was clearly on overdrive, and the more she thought about it, the more suspicious she looked. The way she stared at Julian literally screamed... jerk! Julian rubbed his forehead, clearly helpless. "Grandma, have you been watching those dramatic soap operas again?" Grace cleared her throat and tried to act calm. "Don't try to change the subject." "I have nothing going on with Vera. Never did. You guys are just reading too much into things." Julian paused, his tone soft, but serious. "Grandma, me bringing Anna here—doesn't that already say everything? I thought you'd understand that." She'd been doubtful at first, but once Julian s