Page 40 of Married By Midnight
“Now, now, Louisa, stop your fretting.” Mr. Pennyworth said looking down at his wife. “Perhaps it is time that we permanently retire.”
“What are you saying?”
“We’ve done what we were asked. We found solutions for these young couples and we found each other again.”
Mrs. Pennyworth lowered her eyes. “Of course, Edward. How could I forget our true purpose?”
“That’s why I’m here, my love. To remind you.” He gave a little laugh. “I nearly forgot. We had a small wager on that young lad, Ian. I believe you need to settle, wife.”
“You know I detest gambling, but I am a woman of my word.” She lifted her lips, allowing him to kiss her softly. His lips were as warm as she remembered. “Maybe retirement does sound good.”
“I totally agree.” He looped his wife’s hand through his arm and held tightly as they floated through the fog that was covering the field.
