Scarlett's eyes lit up with joy as she approached the door without any worry about opening it.
"Mother..." Scarlett's voice trailed off in delight, "Why did you come? It's so cold outside. You should wait for me at home, Mom!"
"You silly girl, I couldn't wait to see you!" Hazel Ewart exclaimed as she pulled Scarlett into her arms. She had missed her so much — Scarlett had disappeared for over a year without ever visiting them.
Whenever she asked Rex, he said that Scarlett was overseas taking care of her business.
And, when she found out Scarlett had returned to town, she felt a strong urge to come to this place immediately, but her work had held her back. Finally, she was able to come this morning.
"Mom, come in..." Scarlett said, stepping aside to let Hazel Ewart into the apartment. She couldn't help but chuckle at the sight of Rex's mother scolding her. "Mom, there is someone I want to introduce to you... my husband!"