Barbara’s surprise at the woman’s message
The brevity of the response only deepened Barbara’s perplexity and interest. She had anticipated the woman’s eagerness to learn more about her, considering her previous keen interest in every aspect of Larry’s life. Barbara presumed that Larry had already briefed his mother on all the pertinent details about her.
At this juncture, while she remained keen to meet Larry’s family, Barbara’s curiosity had been thoroughly piqued. She felt an intensified desire to unravel the growing mystery surrounding Larry’s reluctance to introduce her to his family. As their wedding day drew nearer, she couldn’t shake off the nagging question: What could possibly be the reason behind his secrecy? Determined to uncover the truth, Barbara remained resolute in her pursuit.