Mother nods thoughtfully. "Well, that's understandable. But who knows? Maybe you two will fall so deeply in love that she'll change her mind." She winks at him playfully before turning back to the stove. "In any case, we're just glad you found someone special and happy. Now hurry up and finish your chores so we can eat!"

Her curiosity piqued once more, Mother looks at him expectantly. "Oh really? What's that?" She can't help but feel pleased by all the good news today.