Theodore Quinn sat on the sofa, stern and composed, a stark contrast to his wife, Sienna Hale. She had been bustling about joyfully ever since their son, Seth Quinn, called that morning to say he was bringing Clara Grant home. Maintaining the dignified air of the Family Head, he glanced at his wife, cleared his throat twice, and said in a deep voice, "Sienna, try to be a little more composed. Our daughter-in-law is just coming over. Look how excited you are."
Although he did his best to sound stern, he couldn't quite conceal the joy in his tone.
Sienna Hale glanced at him, not bothering to call him out for being just as eager for their daughter-in-law's visit despite his pretense of being stern and reserved. A smile played on her lips as she said:
