Author: Emily Taylor
“Man or What?” “Those upstairs neighbors are at it again—how exhausting! It’s three
**Diary Entry – 8th March** *It had been a long, ugly night.* The knock at the door came just past nine.
**Setting the Heart Right** “Mum, why are you making such a fuss? Daniel said he loves me.
It was all rather awkward. *”You’re his wife?”* *”In every sense. At least legally—I
**A Life of One’s Own** “Mum, why are you so upset? Denis said he loves me. We’re getting married,”
“Your cat stomps too loudly!” “Turn off that blasted machine! I can’
“Hey, Charlotte. How long has it been? Fifteen years? Maybe more?” “Probably more.
“You’re wanted by someone, at least,” he sneered. “You don’t need my son—he’ll ruin
**Awkward, to Say the Least** – *You’re his wife?* – *In the most literal sense.
“Well, well, look who it is—Marianne. How long has it been? Fifteen years? More?” “Probably more.









