New Years Eve

[Eve]

“Oh Daphne, she’s wonderful,” Eve laughed. “Talented, beautiful, warm as a sunrise.” She read the other woman well enough to understand the nuances of her quiet relief, and was pleased to have been able to help – even if she still didn’t fully understand what was going on. Minty had no children, so how she might have been involved in Daphne’s adoption was anyone’s guess. Eve would not pry deeply for the moment, but she was easy to speak to, and clearly this all mattered a great deal to Daphne. “I’m sure she’ll answer any questions you have about the gallery. I’ve known her for some time – can I help in any way?” She led the way back inside, held the door open for Daphne to follow. “Come, speak to me on the way.”