Chapter 412

“At this hour?” Gregory looked at the time and frowned. “He should know that Justin isn’t home, and it’s almost dinner. Why did he come at—” “Oh, Greg. Ryan doesn’t pay us a visit every day. Don’t read too much into it. Ryan could be here for Bethany, for all we know.” Shannon clung to Gregory’s arm. “Shannon, are you saying that Bethany and Ryan are…” Gregory was surprised. “You’ve been too busy with work to pay attention to your daughter. I doubt you know what’s going on with Bethany.” Shannon poked her husband on the arm and said with a pout, “Bethany has always had a crush on Ryan.” Gregory was shocked. “So Bethany likes Ryan? I couldn’t tell at all.” “Girls can be shy. It’s not something she’ll talk about openly.” Shannon looked abashed for her daughter. “It’s not something to tread lightly on. Bethany’s marriage is essential to our family’s future.” Gregory turned solemn. “Bethany is my first daughter and the apple of my eye. It’s imperative that she marry into th