“I am determined, this is going to happen.” Mrs Jefferson had made her decision and she would not give Lily the chance to say no.
Lily’s mother left her with no alternative and she was forced to invite Tom to their family home. Luckily, he graciously accepted the invitation to meet her parents, and even seemed excited.
Lily was mightily relived. Tom was her first boyfriend. Attracted by his consideration and elegance, Lily thought he was the best man she had ever met. He was indeed a selfless gentleman.
Thinking of that, Lily fell asleep.
The next morning, Tom came to Lily’s house, with gifts in hand for her and her parents. Tom didn’t try anything overly impressive to please Lily’s parents, but they got the impression that he was a reliable, polite man.
Feeling satisfied with him, Li
