Later that day, Eloise’s mother returned home and immediately sought a private conversation with her husband. She wasted no time in revealing Eloise’s engagement. The news triggered an immediate surge of anger in him. He couldn’t believe it – he had explicitly forbidden dating, and now his daughter was engaged! Just as he began to vent his frustration, his wife raised a hand, signaling him to pause. She had something important to say.
His wife’s words were firm and unwavering. “You cannot let your anger spoil this special moment or damage our relationship with Eloise. Your strict rules almost kept us in the dark about our daughter’s wedding. Tomorrow, we’re meeting this young man. At dinner, I expect you to be welcoming and open-minded. He’s going to be part of our family!” Her tone was uncharacteristically stern, leaving him momentarily taken aback. He could only nod in response, a mix of confusion and realization dawning on him about the changing dynamics in his family.