“Regina’s really lining up dates for Scarlett?”
“Yeah. Your aunt Regina.” Mom paused when she saw my teeth clench, jaw muscle jumping.
“She figures Scarlett’s still young; better to get her back out there before too much time passes. Can’t drag it out.”
Still Young? I let out a low, humorless huff.
Regina, who’d spent most of her life single and independent, was suddenly playing matchmaker like her life depended on it. Funny how she wasn’t rushing to find someone for herself.
The words slipped out before I could stop them.
“She’s in such a damn hurry to set Scarlett up with some guy… why doesn’t she find one for herself?”
Mom’s face hardened instantly.
“Regina is your elder. Show some respect.”
“I’m being plenty respectful.” I grabbed the empty teacup off the table and spun it
