After a brief pause, Nina spoke again into the phone. "Yes, don't worry. Jade won't be a problem. But what I am concerned about is your daughter's husband... should he decide to come tomorrow with Aliana."
'Daughter's husband? Gavriel? Why would my parents worry about him?' Jade thought, her brows drawing together in confusion.
"I do hope it will all go smoothly," Nina continued, replying to whatever Portia said on the other end of the line. "If he doesn't come, it would be even better."
'What the hell?' Jade wondered, her anxiety spiking.
"Yes. I know you must have already taken care of everything," Nina said. "But still, should you need my help tomorrow, let me know. I'll always be there for you. Alright, take care. I'll see you tomorrow."
Inside the study, as soon as the call ended, Nina turned to her husband. "Ah, Portia is so worried. But to be honest, I don't blame her. Even I am concerned about Gavr-"
